Jake White confident of Vodacom Bulls progress
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBBCo Director of Rugby, Jake White has been left encouraged despite his side’s loss to Munster, saying that his chargers played well and were never out of the game. “It was tough,...
Cell C Sharks surge as DHL Stormers remain unbeaten
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIt was a weekend of sunshine and rain – literally and figuratively – for the South African teams in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship, with the Cell C Sharks making the most of their first...
James Ryan a doubt for the Autumn internationals
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLeinster's 10-0 win over Connacht on Friday evening looks to have come at a cost. Ireland international James Ryan limped off the pitch in some discomfort after twisting his knee awkwardly at...
The Weekend's United Rugby Championship Round 5 Teams
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe teams for this weekend's Round 5 fixtures of the United Rugby Championship have been named with all details of match officials and broadcast information below. TEAM NEWS HEADLINES #OSPvSTO Rhys...
19 year old lock Edwin Edogbo starts for Munster
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Munster side has been named for Saturday night’s round 5 United Rugby Championship clash against Bulls at Thomond Park (7.35pm). The game is Munster’s first match at Thomond...
Emerging Ireland contingency return to Ulster match-day squad to face Lions
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Ulster men are in Johannesburg primed and ready for what they will face against the Emirates Lions this Saturday (KO 1pm, UK/Ireland time) at Emirates Airline Park in Round 5 of the United Rugby...
Leinster Rugby: Garry Ringrose captain, Furlong returns against Connacht
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Leinster team to take on Connacht Rugby tomorrow evening in Galway in the United Rugby Championship has been named by Leo Cullen (KO: 7.35pm – live on RTÉ, Premier Sports and URC TV). Cullen...
Eddie Jones attempts to lure South African prodigy to England
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEddie Jones is planning a swoop for one of South Africa’s most highly-rated youngsters Sacha Mngomezulu. The Stormers and South African u20s star holds an English passport...
Wallabies: The imminent return of Michael Hooper
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRevered Wallaby leader Michael Hooper is on the verge of a return to the international arena as the team gears up for the Autumn Nations Cup. Hooper has not been in the gold jersey since...
Dai Flanagan: You Have To Be At Your Best To Pick Up Points In This League
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAs a self-confessed rugby nause, the BKT United Rugby Championship is right up Dai Flanagan’s street. The Dragons RFC coach relishes the different kind of challenges thrown up week-in, week-out...
