Jason Holland returns to Hurricanes ahead of 2026 season
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Hurricanes announced the return of former coach Jason Holland to the club ahead of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific campaign. Previously a Hurricanes assistant coach from 2016 to 2019, and then head coach...
Sevu Reece to depart the Crusaders at the end of the 2026 season
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbySevu Reece will be departing the Crusaders at the conclusion of the 2026 season, having signed with French side Perpignan. Reece remains contracted with...
New Ownership Structure to Support the Hurricanes
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Hurricanes will start the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season with a new ownership structure following the sale by Wellington Rugby Football Union (WRFU) of its stake in the club. WRFU have been a 50%...
150 Not Out For Brocklebank
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAdam Brocklebank plays his 150th game for Newcastle Red Bulls on Friday when they host Leicester Tigers in Gallagher PREM action. The 30-year-old prop is the longest-serving player in the current squad...
New Welsh-Based Kiwi Tipped To Make His Mark
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyFletcher Anderson is the latest in a long line of Kiwis to come over to Wales to ply their trade and there are high hopes for the young man. He...
Wallabies Test schedule locked in for 2026
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyRugby Australia is pleased to confirm an exciting 14-Test program for the Wallabies in 2026, featuring the first edition of the Nations Championship tournament and huge Flight Centre Series matches against...
2026 Blues squad announced
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyA blend of proven performers and exciting new talent headlines the 2026 Blues squad ahead of the 2026 DHL Super Rugby Pacific season.Head coach Vern Cotter has named a 38-player squad, with a familiar...
Cornel “Koppa” Smit joins Cardiff Rugby
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyCardiff Rugby announced the signing of 28-year-old centre Cornel Smit, who joins the club from the Vodacom Bulls. A versatile and intelligent midfielder capable of playing anywhere across the backline,...
Michael Ala’alatoa Joins Munster Rugby
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyMunster Rugby are pleased to confirm the signing of Michael Ala’alatoa from Clermont Auvergne on a seven-month contract until the end of the 2025/26 season. Ala’alatoa is currently on international...
Black Ferns co-captain Ruahei Demant to spend four months in England
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyBlack Ferns co-captain Ruahei Demant eyes up the try line during the Black Ferns 2025 Rugby World Cup match against France. (Photo by Peter Nicholls / action press)Black Ferns co-captain Ruahei Demant...
