Chris Ashton apologises to James Lowe after bad mouthing the Irish winger
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyChris Ashton labelled James Lowe as "too big, too heavy, too slow" while working as a tv pundit after the England v Ireland test at twickenham in 2020. It was James Lowe's second international appearance. "He...
Scott Barrett returns for the Crusaders as they name strong side to face the Brumbies
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe return of Captain Scott Barrett and Vice-Captain Codie Taylor are among five changes to the Crusaders starting side to face the Brumbies, in what promises to be a huge Trans-Tasman...
Brodie Retallick return delayed
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Black, Brodie Retallick was set to make his Super Rugby return this week for the Chiefs. However, the comeback of Retallick is still in doubt because of the broken thumb he suffered in March. The...
Match officials named for Champions & Challenge Cup semi-finals
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe match officials for the upcoming Champions Cup semi-finals have been named. The English duo of Karl Dickson and Matthew Carley are the men entrusted with the whistles for what will be...
Unions in talks about massive shake-up of international rugby scene
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA massive development is in the pipeline with regard to the international rugby scene. The proposed idea of the Nations Championship – a competition involving twelve teams (England,...
Six Nations would be good for South Africa, says Etzebeth
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEben Etzebeth is open to the idea of South Africa playing in the Six Nations in future, saying he would "love" to participate in the competition. The Springboks are committed to playing in...
Tiernan O'Halloran signs 1-year contract extension with Connacht Rugby
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyConnacht Rugby’s longest serving current player Tiernan O’Halloran has signed a 1-year contract extension to continue his illustrious career with the club. O’Halloran has made over 200...
Johann van Graan salutes 'warrior' O'Mahony
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyMunster head coach Johann van Graan was in awe of Peter O'Mahony's performance against Toulouse on Saturday in the Champions Cup quarter-final. The Irish Province were knocked out...
Champions Cup and Challenge Cup semi-finals kick-off times and TV coverage confirmed
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEPCR has announced the dates, kick-off times and TV coverage of the Heineken Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup semi-finals. Following a truly epic victory over Munster Rugby, holders,...
Leinster set semi-final date with Toulouse after defeating Leicester
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLeinster overcame Leicester Tigers 23-14 at Welford Road on Saturday to book a semi-final clash with Toulouse. Leo Cullen's charges surged into 20 point lead at halftime, adding three points...
