Barrett, Goodhue and Grace Return for Rebels Clash
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Crusaders have named their side to face the Rebels in Round 9 of Super Rugby Pacific ’23. The team flew to Melbourne on Wednesday ready to face the locals at AAMI Park for the first time...
Lachlan Swinton suspended for 7 weeks
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA SANZAAR Judicial Committee Hearing has found Lachlan Swinton of the NSW Waratahs guilty of contravening Law 9.13: A player must not tackle an opponent early, late or dangerously after he was Cited following...
Newcastle Falcons sign Exeter Chiefs' Ollie Leatherbarrow
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyExeter Chiefs back-rower Ollie Leatherbarrow is joining Newcastle Falcons in the summer, with the former Scotland Under-20s international arriving on a two-year deal. Leatherbarrow, who turned...
McMillan to lead Chiefs through to 2026
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyChiefs head coach Clayton McMillan has extended his contract with the Chiefs Rugby Club through to 2026.McMillan has taken the team from strength to strength since taking over the reins from Warren Gatland...
Brad Thorn to step down as Reds head coach
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Queensland Rugby Union (QRU) has today confirmed Brad Thorn will step down as head coach of the Queensland Reds at the conclusion of the 2023 Super Rugby Pacific season. Following two decades...
Scott Fardy appointed Connacht Rugby defence coach
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyConnacht Rugby has announced the appointment of Scott Fardy as the club’s new defence coach on a 2-year deal. As a player Fardy enjoyed a glittering career across the world, with four seasons...
Rieko Ioane signs 2027 contract extension with NZR, Blues and Auckland
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRieko Ioane will build on his legacy with New Zealand Rugby after signing a four-year contract extension until 2027. The 59-Test All Black has also re-signed with the Blues in DHL Super Rugby Pacific...
Black Ferns Assistant Coaches confirmed
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby (NZR) has announced an experienced coaching trio of Tony Christie, Steve Jackson and Mike Delany will join Black Ferns Director of Rugby Allan Bunting. Christie will have a focus...
Team Announcement: Brumbies vs Fijian Drua
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBrumbies head coach, Stephen Larkham has named a strong side for Friday night's clash against the Fijian Drua, with Wallabies lock Darcy Swain earning his first start of the year. Swain will partner Warringah...
Team Announcement: Moana Pasifika vs Queensland Reds
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Queensland Reds have confirmed their matchday-23 for this Friday night’s historic Super Rugby Pacific Round 8 clash against Moana Pasifika in Samoa. Head coach Brad Thorn has made...
