World Rugby and unions confirm men’s July test schedule
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA strong revised programme of men’s test matches is set to take place in July after all unions and World Rugby agreed to a revised schedule within the existing window. Twenty-five of the...
England Rugby summer fixtures confirmed
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland Rugby has confirmed its men's senior team fixtures for the summer which will be a series of three home matches. Eddie Jones’ side will play two Test matches against USA and...
Wales' South American tour to be scrapped
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWales will not tour South America this summer but hope Argentina could still travel for two tests in July. The Six Nations champions were set to face Argentina and Uruguay this summer but strict...
Jones to remain England head coach following RFU's in-depth Six Nations review
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEddie Jones will continue as the England head coach after the RFU's findings following a review into last month’s fifth-place Guinness Six Nations finish. Jones'...
Eddie Jones' summer plans up in the air
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland boss Eddie Jones has hit another stumbling block with the prospect of his side facing the USA and Canada now looking unlikely. A small series against the North American sides – planned...
Warren Gatland announces coaching staff for 2021 Lions tour
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWarren Gatland has announced his coaching staff for the 2021 British & Irish Lions tour to South Africa. After much uncertainty caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, it was finally decided that...
World Rugby launches new global competition to supercharge the women’s 15s game
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has announced details of a new annual global women’s 15s competition model and international playing windows that will supercharge the women’s game. World Rugby...
Latest World Rankings: England Reclaim Third, Ireland Climb
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThere are no less than seven changes in the World Rugby Men’s Rankings this week following the action in the Rugby Europe Championship and the Six Nations. Wins over France and Scotland...
Dan Robson weighs in on concussion debate
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEnglish scrumhalf Dan Robson has lent his voice to the young debate surrounding safety in rugby in terms of concussions. Just days ago, former international players James Haskell (England) and...
Earls Backs New Duo To Click At Half-Back
5 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsSunday’s Guinness Six Nations encounter with France at the Aviva Stadium is set to be a landmark one for Ireland winger Keith Earls. Named in an unchanged back-three alongside Leinster duo Hugo Keenan...
