England forward signs new Saracens contract
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland back-row forward Ben Earl has signed a new long-term contract with Premiership champions Saracens. The 25-year-old has made 111 appearances for the north London club since making his debut in...
South Africa reaction (Fourie, captain Kolisi, head coach Nienaber, Pollard, Libbok)
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyMIXED ZONE Deon Fourie, hooker On the fourth try and win: “Our goal was a bit bigger for points difference, so we didn’t reach that objective, but we’ll see what happens next week...
Rugby World Cup 2023 Match Preview: South Africa v Tonga
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter a call-up to South Africa’s squad following Malcolm Marx’s Rugby World Cup-ending injury, Handré Pollard starts at 10 against Tonga in Marseille on Sunday, winning his first Springbok...
RFU Statement: Jersey Reds
2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby“The RFU has been informed that Jersey Reds has taken the decision to cease trading following unsuccessful discussions with both existing and potential new investors. We, like their players, staff...
Jersey Reds set to enter administration as English rugby's financial crisis continues
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEnglish club rugby’s financial crisis shows no sign of ending with last season’s Championship winners Jersey Reds set to enter administration. Jersey’s players were told of their club’s...
Bears sign world-class Virimi Vakatawa!
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyVirimi Vakatawa, one of the most talented players on the planet, will make his explosive return to rugby in a Bristol Bears jersey. The barnstorming French international, who has made 31 appearances for...
Emily Scarratt signs new Loughborough Lightning contract
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland women’s record point-scorer Emily Scarratt has signed a new contract with Loughborough Lightning ahead of the 2023/24 Premiership Women’s Rugby season. The 2014 Rugby World Cup winner...
Coach Marco Bortolami renews Benneton contract
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBenetton Rugby is pleased to announce that Marco Bortolami will hold the role of head coach of the Lions until 30 June 2026 . The coach, who has led the Lions since July 2021,...
Rugby World Cup 2023 Match Preview: Scotland v Tonga
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA fortnight after they were outmuscled and outpaced by defending champions South Africa in Marseille, Scotland will want to kickstart their Rugby World Cup challenge against Tonga, in Nice – a couple...
RWC Match Preview: Scotland v Tonga
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA fortnight after they were outmuscled and outpaced by defending champions South Africa in Marseille, Scotland will want to kickstart their Rugby World Cup challenge against Tonga, in Nice – a couple...
