Zambonin locks into new Chiefs contract early
1 hour ago by Ultimate RugbyExeter Chiefs and Italian international lock Andrea Zambonin has put pen to paper on an early contract until the end of the 2027/28 season. In the direct aftermath of starting the Gallagher PREM final...
Schoeman and Cummings to reach 50 caps in Nations Championship opener - Scotland
6 hours ago by Ultimate RugbyPierre Schoeman and Scott Cummings will become the latest Scotland internationals to earn 50 caps for their country this weekend, after the pair were both selected for Saturday’s Nations Championship...
The Italian XV for the challenge against Japan in their debut Nations Championship match
9 hours ago by Ultimate RugbyGonzalo Quesada, Head Coach of the Italian Men's National Team, has announced the team that will face Japan on Saturday 4 July at 5:40 pm local time (10:40 am Italian time) at the Chichibunomiya Stadium...
Halfpenny joins Wales coaching team for July Nations Championship matches
2 days ago by Ultimate RugbyLeigh Halfpenny will join the Wales coaching team for rounds one to three of the inaugural Nations Championship this July, as Wales play away matches against Fiji, Argentina and South Africa on consecutive...
The 11 players in danger of being cut from the Wales squad within 24 hours
2 days ago by Ultimate RugbySteve Tandy will cut at least 11 players from his squad for the inaugural Nations Championship this week. The Wales head coach initially named an extended squad of 48 players because the English and French-based...
Kolbe and Willemse strike 50 in Nations Championship opener against England
3 days ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok backs Cheslin Kolbe and Damian Willemse will mark the opening Test of the season against England in the inaugural Nations Championship competition by celebrating their 50th Test caps eight years...
South Africa, Argentina and Australia enjoy statement wins on day one in Georgia
3 days ago by Ultimate RugbyIt was an opening day to savour at the World Rugby Junior World Championship 2026 in Georgia on Saturday as reigning champions South Africa laid down a stunning marker by running in 15 tries against Uruguay. Argentina,...
Lucy Packer signs new deal with Harlequins Women
6 days ago by Ultimate RugbyHarlequins Women are delighted to confirm that Red Roses scrum-half and World Cup winner Lucy Packer has signed a new deal with the Club. Packer made her 100th appearance for the Club in February against...
Boks have utmost respect for England as Nations Championship looms
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok coach Rassie Erasmus expressed utmost respect for England as the Boks kicked off their preparations for the inaugural Nations Championship – that kicks off next weekend in Johannesburg...
James appointed scrum coach for Wales
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyPaul James has been appointed scrum coach for the Wales men’s coaching setup on a full-time basis. As part of Steve Tandy’s coaching team during national squad camps, James will work...
