Perpignan's Max Hicks to join Newcastle Red Bulls
5 days ago by Ultimate RugbyPerpignan’s Max Hicks will join Newcastle Red Bulls in the summer, with the 6 foot 6 forward arriving on a two-year deal. The 26-year-old Kiwi plays back row or lock, with the Maori All Black cap...
Ennor heads to France
6 days ago by Ultimate Rugby2026 will be Braydon Ennor’s last season with the Crusaders. He’s signed with French side Perpignan, where he’ll join Crusaders teammate Sevu Reece. “This...
Japan Rugby League One Preview
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyHe might be returning to New Zealand at season’s end, but Richie Mo’unga has some important business to take care of in Japan Rugby League One first, starting with Saturday’s replay of...
Fabien Galthie drops Damian Penaud and other big names
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyFabien Galthie has named his squad for the 2026 Six Nations and has dropped Damian Penaud, Gregory Alldritt and Gael Fickou from the side. There are 42 players in total as they prepare to face Ireland...
Fixtures announced for historic Howden British & Irish Lions Women’s Series in NZ in 2027
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyThe first-ever Howden British & Irish Lions Women’s Series to New Zealand has taken a major step forward, with fixture dates, oppositions, cities and host...
Hurricanes to host Chiefs in Porirua pre-season clash
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Hurricanes are set to head to Porirua for their final pre-season fixture against the Chiefs at Jerry Collins Stadium next month. Home to numerous Hurricanes past and present, Porirua will host...
AJ Lam signs with ASM Clermont
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyAJ Lam, the Blues wing/centre, has signed with Top 14 club, ASM Clermont. Lam will join the side following the 2026 Super Rugby season. Lam has played in the NPC for Auckland since 2019 and was drafted...
Savea shines in New Zealand Rugby Awards
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyArdie Savea’s dominant performances across the rugby season have been reflected in the New Zealand Rugby Awards, with the 32-year-old acknowledged as the best player in the country in 2025. In...
Japan Rugby League One 2025-26 Season Preview
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Stories within ‘The Story’ Richie Mo’unga for the title hattrick? Is this Dave Rennie’s time? A new boss at the Wild Knights? Will Mark Teleabe the new Joseph Manu? Can Valynce...
Ikitau, O'Connor return to Wallaby gold for Ireland Test
2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby2025 John Eales Medallist Len Ikitau will return to the Wallaby gold against Ireland at Aviva Stadium on Saturday night (local time). The 27-year-old will reignite his partnership with Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii...
