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World Rugby statement relating to anti-doping regulation breaches by members of the Georgian Rugby Union senior men’s team

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

World Rugby can confirm that a major joint-investigation conducted by World Rugby and the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has resulted in anti-doping rule violations (ADRVs) being confirmed against six...

Townsend relishing 'challenge' of Ireland test with title on the line

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Gregor Townsend acknowledged Scotland's Six Nations title hopes are "out of our hands", as he made three changes to his side to take on Ireland. Scotland earned a sensational 50-40 win over France...

Temo Matiu set for debut as France name their team to face England

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The French coaching staff have announced the lineup for the French XV that will face England. There are a few changes, including Joshua Brennan's first appearance in the 2026 Six Nations Championship and...

Scotland name team for Six Nations finale

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Injuries have ruled out Gregor Brown and Scott Cummings in the second row, so in come Max Williamson and Grant Gilchrist, the latter set to win an 88th cap and break Scott Murray’s all-time...

Wales team for Six Nations finale against Italy

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Head coach Steve Tandy has named the Wales team to play Italy on ‘Super Saturday’ in the fifth and final round of the 2026 Guinness Six Nations on 14 March (kick-off 4.40pm, live on BBC1 and...

Oscar Jegou banned for four games

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

France (No. 7), Oscar Jegou, appeared before an independent Disciplinary Committee this afternoon via Zoom having been cited for an act of foul play contrary to Law 9.12 (specifically, contact with the...

Chessum replaces Underhill at flank for England

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

England men’s head coach Steve Borthwick has named his team to play France at Stade de France on Saturday 14 March (kick-off 8.10pm GMT, live on ITV1).Maro Itoje will captain a side with just one...

6 Nations Permutations; who will take the 2026 title?

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The 2026 Six Nations is set for one of the most dramatic conclusions in recent history. After an action-packed Round 4, which saw Scotland overcome France and Italy claim a historic first-ever victory...

Farrell hails Ireland resilience in 'proper Test match' against Wales

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Andy Farrell hailed his Ireland side's resilience as they defeated Wales 27-17 to keep their Six Nations hopes alive. Jacob Stockdale and Jack Crowley both crossed the line for Ireland in the first half,...

Borthwick laments ill-discipline during England's defeat to Italy

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

England head coach Steve Borthwick criticised the lack of discipline from his side as their Six Nations campaign reached a new low with a first ever defeat to Italy. Borthwick's men, who had been defeated...