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Eddie Jones says 'I enjoy beating Australia' ahead of Tokyo reunion

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Eddie Jones said facing his native Australia brings out his "extreme competitive spirit" as the Japan coach plots a surprise win over his old team on Saturday in Tokyo. Jones comes up against Australia...

Pita Ahki set for Blues return

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Blues are excited to announce the return of experienced midfielder Pita Ahki for the next two Super Rugby Pacific seasons.It will be a homecoming for 33-year-old Ahki, who grew up in Auckland and began...

New-look Wallabies named to face Japan

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Back-rower Nick Champion de Crespigny has been rocketed into the captaincy role as coach Joe Schmidt makes wholesale changes for Saturday’s Test against Japan in Tokyo. He becomes the 92nd captain...

Makazole Mapimpi picks up 5-game suspension

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Disciplinary process related to Makazole Mapimpi Red Card in the BKT United Rugby Championship Round 4 game against Ulster Rugby on Saturday 18 October has resulted in a five game suspension.   After...

Uncapped Porthen named in exciting Bok tour squad

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Former Junior Springbok prop and captain Zachary Porthen earned his first Springbok call-up on Monday as national coach Rassie Erasmus named a quality 36-man squad for the Castle Lager Outgoing...

Tom Willis to leave Saracens

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Saracens can today confirm that Tom Willis will leave the club at the end of the season to pursue an opportunity in France. The number eight has taken the Gallagher PREM by storm since moving to the Original...

Ross Moriarty: A man of many leagues whose career has come full circle

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

It’s taken some 15 years, but Ross Moriarty has finally made it back to his home region as his career comes full circle.   He grew up in Swansea and was part of the Ospreys Academy age-grade...

U20 6Nations fixtures confirmed for 2026

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Momentum is behind the annual platform that puts the future stars of international rugby in front of global fans. More fans are tuning in and engaging with the U20 Six Nations, and now we...

World Rugby confirmed Match Official appointments for November international window

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

World Rugby has confirmed the Emirates Match Official appointments a busy month of November internationals as teams look to secure the best ranking possible ahead of the Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027...

Wallabies End of Year Tour squad confirmed

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wallabies coaches have confirmed a 34-player squad for the upcoming End of Year Tour, with uncapped Queensland pair Aidan Ross and Kalani Thomas selected as potential debutants. Loosehead prop Ross,...