Wider Training Groups locked in for 2026
4 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyFollowing the announcement of the 38-strong DHL Super Rugby Pacific squads, New Zealand Rugby’s (NZR) five Super Rugby clubs have announced their Wider Training...
Hurricanes announce 2026 Super Rugby Pacific squad
4 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Hurricanes are proud to announce next year’s Super Rugby Pacific squad. Featuring 33 players who have been retained from last year’s playing contingent, next year’s squad also includes...
Vannes announce the arrival of Richard Judd
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand scrum-half Richard Judd has joined RC Vannes to bolster their half-back pairing and bring his extensive experience gained in Super Rugby and on the international stage. He has signed...
NPC Semi-final | HIGHLIGHTS | Otago v Bay
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbySettle in for all the big plays and defining moments as Otago hosted Bay of Plenty under the roof in Dunedin for a place in the Bunnings NPC final.
Tevita Mafileo called up by Scott Robertson
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks selectors have named their squad for the 2025 Grand Slam tour, which kicks off with ‘The Gallagher Cup – The Rematch’ against Ireland in Chicago, followed by matches against...
NPC QUARTERFINAL HIGHLIGHTS | Bay of Plenty v Tasman
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyBay of Plenty hosted Tasman in Tauranga in a high-stakes quarterfinal. Relive the tries, big plays, and turning points from this thrilling Bunnings NPC playoff.
Free Jacks Welcome Pingi Tala’apitaga as New Forwards Coach
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyThe New England Free Jacks have recruited the highly rated Pingi Tala’apitaga to join their coaching staff for the 2026 MLR season. The 38-year-old Samoan becomes the latest coach to join the Free...
Seven All Blacks to represent their Provincial Unions in NPC quarter-finals
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbySeven members of the All Blacks Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship squad will represent their Provincial Unions in the Bunnings Warehouse National Provincial Championship quarter-finals this weekend. Anton...
NPC RD 10 HIGHLIGHTS | Wellington v Bay of Plenty
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyTwo top contenders collide in the capital as Wellington host Bay of Plenty in a heavyweight battle with plenty on the line.
Canterbury’s Lead Cut as Bunnings NPC Playoff Race Heats Up
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyCanterbury had its lead reduced to one point after Bunnings NPC Round 9 play at the weekend. Forced to golden point after being level with Northland 19-19 in Whangarēi, neither side was able to secure...
