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England should stick with Borthwick, says former coach Jones

11 hours ago by Ultimate Rugby

Eddie Jones believes it would be "foolhardy" for England to dismiss coach Steve Borthwick, despite their disappointing Six Nations campaign. A dramatic 48-46 defeat to France last weekend condemned England...

Farrell will have conversation over Ireland future after Six Nations

11 hours ago by Ultimate Rugby

Andy Farrell reiterated his love for coaching Ireland and says he will have a conversation with the Irish Rugby Football Union after the conclusion of the Six Nations. Ireland clinched the Triple Crown...

Bemand Signs Contract Extension As Ireland Head Coach Through To Women’s Rugby World Cup 2029

13 hours ago by Ultimate Rugby

The IRFU is delighted to announce that Scott Bemand has signed a contract extension to remain as Ireland Head Coach until Women’s Rugby World Cup 2029. In charge since August 2021, Bemand has spearheaded...

Andy Long takes the long road

14 hours ago by Ultimate Rugby

Former Newcastle and England hooker Andy Long is taking on the Marathon des Sables in aid of Challenging MND. He will be running 270km across the Sahara Desert in just six days starting from April 05...

Champ Rugby secures multi-year, purpose-led partnership

1 day ago by Ultimate Rugby

Champ Rugby is delighted to announce a multi-year partnership with contract caterer Elior UK, becoming the title sponsor of the Rugby Football Union’s (RFU) Tier 2 competition, in a relationship...

Six Nations Team Attack | Passing

2 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ireland completed more passes than any other side in the competition despite being tied second for time in possession.  Scotland had the most time in possesion with 108 minutes across the five...

Six Nations Maulers | Who Got It Right?

2 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

The maul is an effective weapon despite more laws coming in to govern it. It is no surprise that England had the most mauls in the 2026 Six Nations but what will come as a surprise is that Scotland had...

Six Nations Kicks From Hand Rankings

2 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

While a high volume of kicks from hand is a controversial metric due to the negative connotation it proves a highly valuable asset to have if you can do it on your own terms and with accuracy.   While...

Six Nations Hookers Ranked

2 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

Having a strong scrum and accurate line out are key to making a good team great, without them you will struggle to be a dominant force in the game. Here is a look at the line out data from this years tournament...

Edwards hails France's resilience in 'crazy England game'

2 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

France defence coach Shaun Edwards was thrilled to come out on top in "another crazy game" in the Six Nations, as a win over England secured the title. Ireland had put the pressure on France after...