Jordie Barrett commits to New Zealand Rugby beyond Rugby World Cup, confirms sabbatical
3 days ago by Ultimate RugbyJordie Barrett has become the first All Black to commit his services to New Zealand Rugby (NZR) beyond the 2027 Rugby World Cup. The 27-year-old has put pen to paper on a new deal that will see him...
Owen Farrell leaves door open for England return and Lions place
4 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyOwen Farrell expressed a desire to play rugby for as long as possible as he left the door open to a potential England return and featuring in the 2025 British and Irish Lions tour. The Saracens star is...
5 standout performers in Ireland’s title-winning Six Nations side
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland claimed back-to-back Guinness Six Nations titles by beating Scotland in Dublin. Here, the PA news agency picks out five standout performers for Andy Farrell’s side during the championship. TADHG...
One of a kind George will be missed
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyCareers like the one George North has had don’t get handed to you. You have to earn them. He burst onto the international scene with a bang. If the wider rugby world wasn’t familiar...
Warren Gatland hails ‘incredible’ George North ahead of international retirement
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyWales head coach Warren Gatland led tributes to George North after his announcement that he will retire from Test rugby following Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations clash against Italy. North has decided...
I’ve loved it – George North reflects on living Wales ‘dream’ after calling time
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyWales star George North fought back tears as he reflected on an international career that saw him “live a dream”. The 31-year-old has announced that he will retire from Test rugby after Saturday’s...
Talking points as Ireland look to continue Grand Slam hunt against winless Wales
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland face their next challenge on Saturday in the quest for historic back-to-back Six Nations Grand Slams. Andy Farrell’s team tackle Wales in Dublin, having taken pole position following bonus-point...
Rugby Australia make sweeping redundancies as governing body braces for 'economic headwinds'
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyA week after 10 Rebels staff were laid off, Rugby Australia has followed suit with their own ‘restructure’. We can reveal that seven staff, including two members of the executive committee,...
Elliot Daly re-signs with Saracens
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbySARACENS ANNOUNCED THAT ELLIOT DALY HAS SIGNED A NEW TWO-YEAR CONTRACT AT THE CLUB. The 31-year-old, who has been one of the most prominent players in the country over the last decade has now put pen...
Early Rey Lee-Lo red card proves costly for Cardiff as Connacht snatch victory
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyCardiff could not overcome an early red card for centre Rey Lee-Lo as Connacht claimed a 16-12 United Rugby Championship victory at the Arms Park. Lee-Lo was dismissed after just 15 minutes by Italian...
