'Liftoff!' former USA international heading to Space
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer USA Eagles International Jessica Watkins makes history by becoming the first Black woman to be on an International Space Station. Watkins represented her country in both the sevens...
Spain disqualified from Rugby World Cup 2023
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpain have been disqualified for a second Rugby World Cup in a row. Spain had qualified for the Rugby World Cup in France as the winners of Europe 2. They were set to feature in Pool B along with South...
New Zealand set to host Pacific Four Series 2022 ahead of Rugby World Cup
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand to host Pacific Four Series 2022 on 6, 12 and 18 June with tickets going on pre-sale from 3 May and general sale from 10 May Two Rugby World Cup 2021 venues to be used as preparations continue...
Robbie Henshaw extends with Leinster until July 2025
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLeinster Rugby and the IRFU have confirmed that Robbie Henshaw has extended his contract to July 2025. Henshaw won various player of the year awards in 2021 for his stellar performances...
Scotland confirm South American tour
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyScotland will embark on a South American summer tour playing three-tests against Argentina, taking on Los Pumas in three different regions this July. The tour will make...
World Rugby announces international match official appointments
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has confirmed the match official appointments for the men’s 15s internationals to be played in June and July. A total of 22 match officials representing nine nations...
Biden pens letter supporting USA's Rugby World Cup bid
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe United States awaits World Rugby's final decision on May 12 to determine the host union for 2031 and 2033 Rugby World Cup tournaments but their bid has received a boost with President Joe...
Ireland ascend in World Rugby Women’s Rankings
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn the only change to the World Rugby Women's Rankings, Ireland have replaced Italy in seventh place after beating the Azzurre 29-8. With 1.31 rating points riding on the outcome, Ireland now...
Sensational Fiji claim Singapore Rugby Sevens title on Series return
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyOlympic champions Fiji overcome New Zealand 28-17 in a pulsating final to claim the HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens title Australia beat Ireland 21-19 to clinch bronze medal and remain in contention for...
Fiji claim HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens title on Series return
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFiji returned to the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series in style with a stunning victory in Singapore. The Olympic champions overcame rivals New Zealand 28-17 in a pulsating final to claim their first Series...
