Legend Tiatia looking to make his mark in Welsh rugby once again
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyFew overseas players have made a bigger impact in Welsh rugby over the past couple of decades than Filo Tiatia. Now the Ospreys legend is looking to make his presence felt once again - in his...
Borthwick taking positives from 'frustrating' Autumn Series
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland ensured they ended 2024 on a high note as they claimed a 59-14 victory over Japan, and coach Steve Borthwick is taking the positives from a difficult Autumn Nations Series. Borthwick's team lost...
Robertson makes overseas players plea after New Zealand labour versus Italy
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand head coach Scott Robertson has said he wants to see overseas-based players become eligible for the All Blacks after his side laboured to a 29-11 win over Italy. The visitors recorded...
Match Preview: Japan vs England
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland conclude their autumn internationals against Japan at Twickenham. Steve Borthwick's side are bidding to end a frustrating campaign on a positive note after defeats against New Zealand, Australia...
Springboks determined to finish the season on a strong note against Wales
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick and captain Siya Kolisi said on Friday the Boks are determined to deliver a complete 80-minute performance and finish the season on a high note against Wales in...
World Rankings preview
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has published the ranking permutations for the men's internationals in Europe and Africa this weekend, including the Autumn Nations Series, Rugby Africa and Rugby Europe competitions. Permutation...
Iakopo Mapu signs season-long deal at Saints
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyNorthampton Saints announce that back-row forward Iakopo Mapu has joined the Club until the end of the 2024/25 season. The 27-year-old Samoan, who can be deployed at flanker or No.8, arrived...
Italy team named for All Blacks challenge
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyTechnical Commissioner of the Italian Men's Rugby National Team Gonzalo Quesada, has announced the lineup that will face New Zealand on Saturday 23 November at 9.10pm at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, the...
All Blacks team named to play Italy
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks Head Coach Scott Robertson and his co-selectors, Assistant Coaches Scott Hansen, Jason Holland, Jason Ryan and Tamati Ellison, have named their All Blacks team to play Italy at Allianz Stadium,...
Bears sign rising Pumas’ powerhouse Pedro Rubiolo
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyRising Argentinian star Pedro Rubiolo will join Bristol Bears on a long-term deal ahead of the 2025/26 campaign as the club secures the services of one of international rugby’s most exciting young...
