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Farrell will have conversation over Ireland future after Six Nations

5 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

Andy Farrell reiterated his love for coaching Ireland and says he will have a conversation with the Irish Rugby Football Union after the conclusion of the Six Nations. Ireland clinched the Triple Crown...

Bemand Signs Contract Extension As Ireland Head Coach Through To Women’s Rugby World Cup 2029

5 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

The IRFU is delighted to announce that Scott Bemand has signed a contract extension to remain as Ireland Head Coach until Women’s Rugby World Cup 2029. In charge since August 2021, Bemand has spearheaded...

Dowson delivers Saints injury list ahead of clash with Newcastle

6 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

Phil Dowson is expecting Alex Mitchell and Alex Coles to be out for a considerable time due to injuries during the Six Nations. Scrum-half Mitchell came off in the Ireland game and is expected to be out...

Josh van der Flier signs new contract.

6 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

Former World player of the year, Josh van der Flier has signed a new contract with both Leinster and Ireland rugby until the end of the 2027/28 season.

Connacht squad update ahead of Friday's match against Ulster.

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

Connact Management team have released a squad update ahead of Friday's match againt Ulster.   Unavailable due to injury: Dylan Tierney-Martin (shoulder) and Sam Gilbert (ribs) Paul Boyle (calf)...

Six Nations Team Attack | Passing

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ireland completed more passes than any other side in the competition despite being tied second for time in possession.  Scotland had the most time in possesion with 108 minutes across the five...

Six Nations Maulers | Who Got It Right?

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

The maul is an effective weapon despite more laws coming in to govern it. It is no surprise that England had the most mauls in the 2026 Six Nations but what will come as a surprise is that Scotland had...

Six Nations Hookers Ranked

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

Having a strong scrum and accurate line out are key to making a good team great, without them you will struggle to be a dominant force in the game. Here is a look at the line out data from this years tournament...

Edwards hails France's resilience in 'crazy England game'

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

France defence coach Shaun Edwards was thrilled to come out on top in "another crazy game" in the Six Nations, as a win over England secured the title. Ireland had put the pressure on France after...

France 48-46 England | Match Report

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

If the 2026 Guinness Men’s Six Nations is destined to be remembered as the greatest Championship in history, its finale was a fittingly chaotic, heart-stopping masterpiece. In a...