Bonus points ‘promote positive rugby’ – Six Nations boss says format set to stay
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbySix Nations chief executive Tom Harrison insists bonus points are unlikely to be abandoned if it transpires that Ireland win this year’s tournament despite claiming fewer victories than England. England’s...
Iain Henderson gives his verdict on Dan McFarland departure and new Ulster rugby boss
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyUlster skipper Iain Henderson is excited to work under new interim boss Richie Murphy in the coming weeks. Henderson was in the Ireland bubble, fighting for his place, while his province underwent a change...
Grant Gilchrist urges Scotland to embrace pressure and hit back from Italy shock
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Scots have been heavily criticised after losing 31-29 in Rome. G rant Gilchrist has told his Scotland colleagues to embrace the pressure of having to produce a positive response against Ireland on...
Ben Earl’s ‘ceiling is way off’ as England star strives to become ‘world class’
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyBen Earl is unsatisfied with his rampaging display against Ireland as his pursuit of becoming world class demands he develops into the complete back row. England’s number eight was named official...
Calvin Nash and Ciaran Frawley on track to be fit for Scotland showdown
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland pair Calvin Nash and Ciaran Frawley are on track to feature in Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations title decider with Scotland, according to assistant coach Simon Easterby. Munster wing Nash,...
Box office Feyi-Waboso and Garbisi’s redemption – Six Nations talking points
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThere were wins for Italy, England and France in an enthralling round four of the Guinness Six Nations that ensures there will be something at stake in all three final games of the tournament. Here Ultimate...
Andy Farrell dismisses talk of Six Nations ‘anti-climax’ after Grand Slam bid ends
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyAndy Farrell dismissed suggestions retaining the Guinness Six Nations title could now feel like an anti-climax after Ireland’s hyped quest for back-to-back Grand Slams was crushed. The reigning...
England vs Ireland: A look at the numbers
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn a pre-match interview that took place during the week, Ireland coach Andy Farrell said that England were a dangerous team. Indeed England proved to be a team to not be taken lightly, as they secured...
5 talking points as England host Grand Slam-chasing Ireland
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland and Ireland clash in round four of the Guinness Six Nations at Twickenham on Saturday, with the 142nd meeting between the rivals packed with significance and sub-plots. Here, the PA news...
Farrell Names Ireland Team To Face England At Twickenham
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHead Coach Andy Farrell has named his Ireland Match Day Squad for Saturday’s Guinness Men’s Six Nations clash against England at Twickenham (Kick-off 4.45pm). Peter O’Mahony captains...
