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Italy World Rugby Men's Rankings preview: 18 July, 2026
1 day ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has published the ranking permutations for this weekend's third rounds of the Nations Championship 2026 and World Rugby Nations Cup 2026. Permutation highlights: South Africa and...
Nations Championship: Round 3 Preview
1 day ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter two rounds of relentless cross-hemisphere battling, the inaugural Nations Championship Southern Series reaches its dramatic, decisive crescendo. The Northern and Southern Hemispheres are locked...
Italian head coach Gonzalo Quesada suspended for two matches
2 days ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby implements new Match Official Abuse Sanction Process In line with the provisions of the Match Official Abuse Sanction Process, World Rugby can confirm that an automatic two-match suspension...
South Africa to play France in Junior World Championship final
3 days ago by Ultimate RugbyFrance and South Africa will meet for the first time in a World Rugby Junior World Championship final after ending the 2026 title hopes of New Zealand and England in Tbilisi. SOUTH AFRICA 53-37 ENGLAND:...
England and Scotland trade places in World Rugby Men's Rankings
5 days ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Nations Championship and World Rugby Nations Cup produced another set of dramatic matches over the weekend, leading to several changes to the top 25 of the World Rugby Men's Rankings. England's...
Nations Championship Round 2 Disciplinary Update
5 days ago by Ultimate RugbyNATIONS CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND #2 NICCOLO CANNONE RED CARD Player: Niccolo Cannone (Italy) Match: New Zealand v Italy, 11 July 2026 Elapsed time in match: 51:41 (Second half) Offence...
Farrell: Far From Perfect, But A Good Day At The Office
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyAndy Farrell was pleased with how his Ireland team 'kept on squeezing Japan until the end', albeit that he felt their late points put a flattering look on the final scoreline. Japan had...
'Dream Come True' As Jansen Savours Try-Scoring Debut For Ireland
1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby'Privileged' was the word that came to mind when Sean Jansen reflected on his Ireland debut in the immediate aftermath of their 36-20 win over Japan in Newcastle. Taking his impressive form...
Junior Bok coaches share expertise in Georgia legacy seminar
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyThe strong rugby bond between South Africa and Georgia was further strengthened on Thursday when the Junior Springbok assistant coaches hosted a highly successful coaching seminar at the team’s hotel...
Guido Petti Reaches Milestone of 100 Test Caps for Argentina
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyGuido Petti will become a centurion for Argentina on Saturday. The 31-year-old reaches the milestone of 100 test caps in the Andean city of San Juan against Wales. Petti does so seven days after Matías...
