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Rugby World Cup 2023 Preview: Fiji

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Rugby World Cup 2023 is rapidly approaching, with just over two weeks until the opening game. Rugby.com.au examines every team's chances in France, looking at Fiji.   Fiji will be confident...

Billy Vunipola banned for three weeks

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

England number 8, Billy Vunipola, appeared before an independent judicial committee via video link having [received a red card/been cited] for an act of foul play contrary to Law 9.13 (A player must not...

Owen Farrell to miss key World Cup fixtures after being hit with suspension

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Owen Farrell will miss the start of the World Cup after the England captain was banned for four matches by an appeal committee for his dangerous tackle against Wales.   Farrell will be unavailable...

Jaco Peyper to referee world cup opener

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

South Africa’s Jaco Peyper will referee the Rugby World Cup 2023 opening match between hosts France and New Zealand at Stade de France on Friday, 8 September. With excitement building, World Rugby...

The 12-strong reserves list named by France

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

France boss Fabien Galthie didn’t just name his official squad of 33 on Monday for the upcoming Rugby World Cup – he also named a 12-strong reserves list that will remain in camp...

Warren Gatland breaks new ground by naming Wales co-captains for Rugby World Cup

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wales boss Warren Gatland has broken new ground in his long and successful coaching career by naming co-captains for the Rugby World Cup. Gatland has turned to Ospreys forwards Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake...

Springboks climb to third in World Rugby Men’s Rankings powered

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

South Africa move above France thanks to their record 52-16 win over Wales in Cardiff on Saturday, while Paraguay are the other big winners from the weekend.   South Africa have replaced France...

England will learn fate of Billy Vunipola and Owen Farrell on Tuesday

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

England will learn on Tuesday the consequences for their World Cup group campaign caused by Billy Vunipola and Owen Farrell being summoned to face rugby’s judiciary. Six Nations, the organisers...

England won’t give up after latest setback – Courtney Lawes

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

England were beaten by Ireland and had Billy Vunipola sent off.  Stand-in captain Courtney Lawes insists England will “relentlessly” strive for improvement and “won’t give...