‘A thing of beauty’ - Analysing the mighty mauls that produce so many tries in the BKT URC
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIt may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but there’s no doubting just what a potent weapon the driving lineout maul is in the BKT URC. We have all seen the routine. A penalty is awarded, a team...
BKT URC stars force their way into Six Nations contention
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe first Guinness Six Nations after a World Cup often sees a changing of the guard, with new faces emerging as a fresh four-year cycle begins. This season’s tournament is likely to be another example...
Cardiff change five for New Year's Day
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCardiff have made five changes for their New Year’s Day derby against the Ospreys. The Blue and Blacks signed off 2023, with an emphatic 55-21 victory over the Dragons, and now turn attention to...
Cardiff Rugby claimed their 18th consecutive league victory over Dragons
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCardiff Rugby claimed their 18th consecutive league victory over the Dragons in front of a 12,000 Boxing Day sell-out at the Arms Park. They scored nine tries in all, seven of them coming during a stunning...
WATCH: Cardiff score their bonus-point try within 18 minutes
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWatch as Cardiff Rugby secure their bonus-point try within the first 18 minutes of the game. 🔥 Teddy Williams 🔗 Tomos WilliamsBonus point secured for @Cardiff_Rugby 🤩#BKTURC #URC #CARvDRA...
Botham back for Boxing Day derby
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJames Botham has handed Cardiff a Boxing Day boost as the Blue and Blacks make two changes to face the Dragons. The Wales international has been out of action since suffering a hamstring injury...
First run out for Faiva and a return for Roux
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter a formidable second half performance against Ulster in the opening round of the Investec Champions Cup, Johann van Graan has made four changes to his starting XV in this weekend’s trip to Cardiff. Coming...
Cardiff change five for Bath showdown
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCardiff Rugby have made five changes for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup clash against Bath (20:00). The Blue and Blacks welcome the West Country outfit to the Arms Park in Round Two of the European...
The frustration remains as another winnable game slips through Cardiff’s grasp,
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyDespite draws being quite the statistical anomaly in rugby, there’s something particularly dissatisfying about them. Very rarely do you find either side involved happy to come away with a draw. Friday...
Tight Contests Across URC Impress Title-Winning Coach
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIt’s been a tale of tight affairs and close contests in the BKT URC so far this season. In the first four rounds, there have been no fewer than 18 matches where the margin between the sides was...
