Super Rugby Countdown: 23 Past Winners
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWith just 23 days left until the new Super Rugby season kicks off, we take a look at the 23 clubs who lifted the trophy since the competition's inception in 1993. 1996 Blues The...
Uncapped hooker Stewart gets Ireland call following Kelleher injury
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyUncapped hooker Tom Stewart has been called up to the Ireland squad ahead of their Six Nations opener against Wales on Saturday. Stewart has joined up with the squad in Portugal after Ronan Kelleher...
Etzebeth named SA Rugby Player of the Year for 2022
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok centurion Eben Etzebeth has been voted SA Rugby’s Player of the Year for 2022 following a string of excellent performances by the experienced lock last year, while Canan Moodie won the...
Queensland Reds sign Fijian International Peni Ravai
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Queensland Reds have bolstered their prop stocks for the 2023 Super Rugby Pacific season, signing Fijian International Peni Ravai on a one-year deal. The 32-year old brings 36-matches of Test...
Tom Stewart Joins Ireland Squad in Portugal as Wales Prep Intensifies
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyUlster hooker Tom Stewart has joined the Ireland squad in Quinta do Lago to provide additional cover following a hamstring issue picked up by Ronan Kelleher. Kelleher will be managed by...
Former New Zealand prop Johnstone becomes first openly gay All Black
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCampbell Johnstone hopes that coming out as gay will help others within New Zealand's sporting community. Johnstone, who played three times for the All Blacks, including in a Test series against...
Double delight for New Zealand at HSBC Sydney Sevens
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand romped to victory in both the women’s and men’s finals of the HSBC Sydney Sevens to increase their leads at the top of the HSBC World Rugby Seven Series 2023 standings. It is the...
RFU issues statement over new tackle laws
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe RFU Board, Council and executive staff apologise for the anger and concern that has been created among the rugby community by announcing the decision to lower the tackle height from next season. In...
Rebels Announce Signing of Experienced Trio
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTowering locks Tim Cardall and Angelo Smith join the talented Vaiolini Ekuasi as the Rebels newest additions, covering for injured pair Matt Philip and Rob Leota, who despite making great progress with...
Ardie Savea approaching 120 Hurricanes appearances
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFor the third consecutive year, Ardie Savea has been named captain of the Hurricanes ahead of the 2023 DHL Super Rugby Pacific season. Set to make his 120th appearance for the Hurricanes...
