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The impact the 50:22 law had in its debut Six Nations

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The 2022 Six Nations saw the 50:22 law debut in the Northern Hemisphere's premier test Championship.    The law has been globally trialled since July last year in the hope that...

Andy Friend keen to mentor bright Aussie prospect

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Connacht boss Andy Friend is relishing the prospect of working with Western Force winger Bryan Ralston, who is one of the club’s new signing.    Ralston is qualified to represent Ireland...

RFU criticised as 'dishonest' over claims of England progress after disappointing Six Nations

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Rugby Football Union's (RFU) claim England made progress during a tough Six Nations campaign has been criticised by ex-international Ugo Monye, who called their statement "dishonest".     Eddie...

Ireland women's head coach Greg McWilliams talks about the 2022 Irish squad and Six Nations

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Former Yale Director of Rugby and USA Eagles coach Greg McWilliams replaces Adam Griggs as head coach of the Ireland Womens Rugby team and discusses the challenges that lie ahead and what he's...

France and Georgia move up World Rugby Men’s Rankings

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

France have replaced New Zealand in second place in the World Rugby Men’s Rankings.     With a third of a rating point earned for their 25-13 Grand Slam-winning victory over...

McWilliams and Fryday on new chapter in Irish rugby

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ireland Women head coach Greg McWilliams and captain Nichola Fryday talk to RTE Sport's Michael Corcoran and Michael Glennon about the Six Nations and a new dawn for Irish rugby.  

Brian O'Driscoll 2017 speech ahead of first Test

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Brian O'Driscoll addresses the 2017 British and Irish Lions squad with a spine-tingling speech.            

Devin Toner announces retirement

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ireland and Leinster stalwart second-row Devin Toner has announced his retirement at the conclusion of the current season.    Toner, 35, has put together a career to be proud of which includes...

Pundits pull no punches as England complete unsuccessful campaign

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Despite winning just two of their five fixtures, voices at the top of the RFU claim England are on the path of progress as the 2023 World Cup looms. However, many big names in the game are not convinced....