Evans brothers start for Highlanders, Banks brings up 50 caps
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Highlanders play their last New Zealand derby this weekend against the Hurricanes at Forsyth Barr Stadium . It will be the last match at Forsyth Barr Stadium until round 13 as...
Johnson-Holmes re-signs with Waratahs and Australian Rugby
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRugby Australia and the NSW Waratahs are proud to announce that Harry Johnson-Holmes has penned a contract extension that will keep him on home soil until the end of the 2024.The 25-year-old made a remarkable...
Former All Black Ben Smith set to make his comeback from retirement
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer All Black fullback Ben Smith will make his comeback from retirement this weekend for Japanese club Kobelco Kobe Steelers. Smith brought his career to an end after the 2021 Top League...
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...
Creativity a top priority for Springbok boss
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok Head Coach Jacques Nienaber has urged his charges to avoid complacency by continuing to think outside the box. South Africa’s next assignment sees them tackle Wales...
Brad Thorn puts hand up for Wallabies job
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe conversation regarding the successor of Dave Rennie as Wallabies boss just took on a new level of interest as current Reds head coach, Brad Thorn, has put his hand up. Known as one of...
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...
Singapore set for thrilling finals day as South Africa’s sevens winning streak ends
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyUSA’s Perry Baker scores last gasp try to bring South Africa’s incredible 36 match winning streak to an end Australia, New Zealand and the USA top their pools with perfect win records on...
Sean O'Brien set to retire at the end of the 2021/22 campaign
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLondon Irish can confirm Sean O'Brien is set to retire from rugby at the end of the 2021/22 season. The back-row forward will bring a storied 14-year career to a conclusion this summer after two-and-a-half...
