Jared Payne takes up new role with Clermont
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyUlster stalwart and current defence coach, Jared Payne, is set to commence a new chapter in his career as he heads to the Top 14 to join the ranks of Clermont next season. Payne’s...
Munster and Leinster boosted by returning Irish Internationals
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAhead of the second leg of the round of 16 in the Champions Cup, we round up the injury updates from Leinster, Munster, and Ulster. LEINSTER RUGBY It’s all positive news this week for...
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...
EPCR Round of 16 referee appointments
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWith the knockout stages of European club rugby set to further intensify this weekend, EPCR can announce the referee appointments for the Heineken Champions Cup Round of 16 2nd leg fixtures as well as...
All Black centre Anton Lienert-Brown set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks and Chiefs' centre Anton Lienert-Brown is set to be sidelined for six months. The 26-year-old underwent shoulder surgery after suffering an injury in Super Rugby Pacific at...
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...
Champions Cup: The Irish Fixtures
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyConnacht vs Leinster: The Sportsground will play host to another juicy Irish derby this weekend when the dark green jerseys of Connacht once again clash with the blue of the mighty Leinster. Leinster...
