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Highlander and All Black, Shannon Frizell, to join Toshiba

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Highlander's and All Black loose forward Shannon Frizell will head to Japan following the conclusion of the 2023 season.  The Highlanders have today confirmed that Frizell will join Japan Rugby...

Refereeing appointments confirmed for 2023 Six Nations

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The 2023 Guinness Six Nations have released the refereeing appointments for next year's clashes.   Karl Dickson will be the man in the middle for the opening match while New Zealander James...

Shaunagh Brown to retire from rugby

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Shaunagh Brown has advised Harlequins Women that she has opted to retire from rugby.    Joining the Club in 2016, Brown has gone on to earn 80 appearances in the Famous Quarters.    ...

Hamish Watson a major doubt for the 2023 Six Nations

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Hamish Watson is a major doubt for the 2023 Six Nations as he continues to be stood down from rugby action due to a series of head knocks.   “He has seen the specialist down in Birmingham...

Eddie Jones opens up regarding England axing

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Recently-former England boss Eddie Jones has opened up to French publication, Midi Olypique, regarding his axing.   A poor Autumn Nations Series culminated in the RFU terminating Jones’ contract...

Steve Borthwick appointed England Rugby men's head coach

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The RFU is delighted to confirm that former England captain and forwards coach, Steve Borthwick will take on the role of England men’s head coach from today.Kevin Sinfield has also been appointed...

Rugby World Cup 2023: Seven matches you should get excited about

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

In less than 10 months’ time, the wait for Rugby World Cup 2023 will come to an end as France take on New Zealand in an opening match that has all the ingredients to be a classic. While...

On this day in 2020: Rugby World Cup draw - Hosts France to face New Zealand, South Africa in with Ireland and Scotland

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Rugby World Cup 2023 hosts France will face New Zealand in the pool phase, while reigning champions South Africa have been paired with Ireland and Scotland.    France and three-time winners...

Iliseva Batibasaga retires from Wallaroos

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wallaroos star Iliseva Batibasaga has today announced her decision to retire from the Wallaroos, capping off a near 20-year career that ultimately concluded at the recent Rugby World Cup in New Zealand.Batibasaga...

Boks lead SA Rugby Awards nominations for 2022

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Three experienced Springboks – Lukhanyo Am, Eben Etzebeth and Siya Kolisi – were nominated for the coveted SA Rugby Player of the Year Award for 2022 for a second year running and will be up...