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Warren Gatland hails ‘incredible’ George North ahead of international retirement

4 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wales 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...

North to retire from international rugby

5 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

George North has confirmed he will retire from international rugby following Wales’ final Six Nations match in the 2024 Championship against Italy on 16 March at Principality Stadium. Speaking on...

Onisi Ratave remains a Benetton Lion

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

Benetton Rugby locks down its left wing for another two years. The green and white franchise is pleased to announce the contract renewal of Onisi Ratave until 30 June 2026 . The Fijian...

URC Round 11 Review

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

Leinster leading the way again League leaders Leinster are looking to learn the lessons from last season as they set their sights on their first silverware in three years. Leo Cullen’s team top...

Emirates Lions too strong for Hollywoodbets Sharks

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Hollywoodbets Sharks' disappointing Vodacom United Rugby Championship campaign continued as they were beaten 40-10 by the Emirates Lions in Johannesburg.  The Lions ran in tries from scrum-half...

EVERY GAME COUNTS: Jeopardy for Ospreys, Big Benetton test & more

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

The BKT United Rugby Championship returns this weekend and with just SEVEN points separating second and ninth place in the table – EVERY GAME COUNTS more than ever. Round 11 of the championship...

URC Origins: Cardiff star Ellis Bevan doing his bit for the grassroots game

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

The URC Origin Rounds are firmly focussed on supporting the grassroots game and Cardiff Rugby’s Ellis Bevan is certainly doing just that. The Arms Park scrum-half has taken up a role as an assistant...

Talking points as Ireland look to continue Grand Slam hunt against winless Wales

3 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ireland 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...

A new breed of Italian rugby: The Origins of Manuel Zuliani

3 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

Located in Northern Italy, the town of Castelfranco Veneto is largely known for its magnificent medieval castle whose walls stretch around the Old Town centre. It is also the birthplace of one of Italy’s...

STAT ATTACK: Unstoppable Gavin Coombes, Warrick Gelant magic & more

3 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

We've picked out some of the best stats from Round 10 of the BKT United Rugby Championship. Scarlets v Munster Gavin Coombes scored two tries, made the second-most carries (17), most dominant...