Black Ferns name 33-strong squad for Rugby World Cup in England
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyBlack Ferns coaches Allan Bunting, Tony Christie, Steve Jackson, Dan Cron and Riki Flutey have selected 33 players to defend their title at the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 in England next month.The...
New Maori All Blacks jersey launches honouring legacy and strength
11 months ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby (NZR) and adidas are proud to announce the release of the newest Māori All Blacks jersey Te Tauihu Matua, a powerful symbol of whakapapa, connection, and identity. The jersey, designed...
Maori All Blacks squad named for 2025
11 months ago by Ultimate RugbyKurt Eklund (Ngāti Kahu) has been named as the new Māori All Blacks captain, with a 29-strong squad including 11 uncapped players announced today ahead of two matches against the Japan XV in Tokyo, and...
Reds Lock In Hooker Richie Asiata for 2026
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyHooker Richie Asiata’s strong season for the Queensland Reds has been rewarded with a new contract for 2026.The Queensland Rugby Union is delighted to announce the in-form forward has agreed to continue...
Zebre Parma’s Scott Gregory and his rugby inspiration
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyBorn in Whangārei, New Zealand, Scott Gregory has come a long way to play for Zebre Parma in the BKT URC. The talented 26-year-old arrived in Italy from the Highlanders in 2023 and has been an...
NPC draw announced
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyDomestic rugby will hit the ground running in August with the 2025 Bunnings Warehouse NPC draw announced today and featuring some scintillating first round fixtures.Reigning champions Wellington host traditional...
Filipo excited for Maori All Blacks clash against Scotland
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyMāori All Blacks coach Ross Filipo is determined next season's game against Scotland will be a step towards more regular exposure against Tier One rugby nations. He has settled on a mindset...
Graham Dewes and Jono Gibbes have joined the Chiefs
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyGraham Dewes and Jono Gibbes have joined the Chiefs as assistant coaches for the 2025 DHL Super Rugby Pacific campaign. Both have roots in the Chiefs region: Dewes, a former Fiji Test player and forwards...
Maori All Blacks to play Scotland in Whangarei
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Māori All Blacks will play Scotland in Whangārei in 2025 with the historic fixture marking 25 years since the two sides last met.Fans will be treated to an afternoon of rugby and cultural exchange...
The Reds sign outside back Heremaia Murray
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Queensland Rugby Union is delighted to announce the signing of outside back Heremaia Murray on a two-year deal.Murray was invited on the recent tour with the Queensland Reds to Japan where he reinforced...
