Jake Ball announces retirement from rugby
5 hours ago by Ultimate RugbyJake Ball, after 148 appearances in a Scarlets jersey and 50 caps for Wales, has announced he is to retire from rugby. At the age of 34, injuries, combined with his business commitments, has persuaded...
Erasmus names purpose-driven squad for second Bok alignment camp
13 hours ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok coach Rassie Erasmus on Wednesday named a “purpose and goal-driven” 40-man squad for the team’s second in-person alignment camp in Cape Town next week, featuring two players...
SA teams show grit in penultimate Vodacom URC round
2 days ago by Ultimate RugbyThe DHL Stormers, Vodacom Bulls, and Fidelity SecureDrive Lions all remained in the running for hosting Vodacom United Rugby Championship quarter-finals in a riveting penultimate pool round, which delivered...
URC Race to Eight | All you need to know heading into the weekend
5 days ago by Ultimate RugbyWith just two rounds remaining, the URC’s Race to the Eight has reached its most intense stage yet. After months of shifting momentum, the Play-Off picture is finally narrowing — but it’s...
Glasgow Warriors confirm 2025/26 leavers
6 days ago by Ultimate RugbySeven Glasgow Warriors will move on following the conclusion of the 2025/26 campaign, after the club confirmed the list of players set to leave Scotstoun this summer. Sione Vailanu will move on following...
Club captain Yeandle extends his Chiefs career
6 days ago by Ultimate RugbyExeter Chiefs club captain Jack Yeandle will be lacing up his boots for a 15th season as the hooker has signed a one-year extension with the club. With more than 325 Chiefs appearances, Yeandle has been...
Porter savouring special return as Leinster aim for trophy double
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter enduring a frustrating few months, Andrew Porter admits it’s “incredibly special” to be back as Leinster Rugby push for silverware on two fronts. The 79-times capped...
Dowson delivers Saints injury latest ahead of trip to Leicester Tigers
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyPhil Dowson has confirmed that Alex Coles has returned to full training ahead of Saturday's Gallagher PREM game at Leicester Tigers (kick-off 3.05pm). Coles has not played since suffering an ankle injury...
Sale Sharks lock, Ben Bamber has committed his long term future.
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbySale Sharks lock Ben Bamber has committed his long-term future to the club by signing a contract extension until 2030. The towering 25-year-old has made 77 appearances and scored three tries for...
Jerry Cahir joins Connacht from Leinster
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 25-year old joined Leinster on a short-term deal last September, and has since become a mainstay in their matchday 23, making 14 appearances including 4 starts. Most recently he came off the bench...
