Greatest rivalry: Never write off All Blacks says World Cup hero
4 hours ago by Ultimate RugbyHaving been part of the 1995 World Cup-winning squad, few understand the depth of the rivalry between South Africa and New Zealand quite like Japie Mulder. The former Springbok centre etched his name...
Crusaders team to face Hurricanes on Friday. David Havili will run out for his 150th appearance.
6 hours ago by Ultimate RugbyThere are moments in a season that deserve to be paused and properly acknowledged – and this weekend is one of them. Captain David Havili will run out for his 150th Crusaders...
North to retire from rugby at season end
11 hours ago by Ultimate RugbyGeorge North has confirmed he will retire from playing rugby at the end of the current season. Speaking on social media Wales’ most-capped men’s back said: “I just wanted to...
Super Rugby Pacific Super Round shines in Christchurch with sell-outs, stars, and success
12 hours ago by Ultimate RugbyThe first Super Rugby Pacific Super Round in Ōtautahi Christchurch has been lauded as a resounding success, with glowing reports from satisfied fans, players, coaches and management about everything from...
Botha cops two-week ban for dangerous play
13 hours ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Super Rugby Pacific Foul Play Review Committee (FPRC) has found NSW Waratahs prop Daniel Botha guilty of dangerous play in a ruck in contravention of Law 9.20b. Botha was cited for dangerous play...
SANZAAR 2026 U20 Rugby Championship kicks-off in Gqeberha
2 days ago by Ultimate RugbySANZAAR’s Rugby Championship U20 competition returns to the iconic Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, when the best junior talent from South Africa, New Zealand, Australia and Argentina converges on Gqeberha...
Newcastle Red Bulls confirm coaching team for 2026-27 season
5 days ago by Ultimate RugbyDan McFarland will take over as Newcastle Red Bulls’ head coach this summer - the Englishman heading up an exciting new coaching roster which includes the return of Calum MacRae. McFarland...
Kyle Steyn's Incredible Journey Comes Full Circle.
6 days ago by Ultimate RugbyFrom meeting Mandela to playing for the land of his mother, Kyle Steyn certainly has a tale to tell. Born in Johannesburg, he lived in South Africa for the first 24 years of his life. But then...
Edinburgh Rugby sign Riley Higgins from Hurricanes.
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyEdinburgh Rugby have signed Scottish-qualified centre Riley Higgins, who has played for the All Blacks XV, from the Hurricanes on a three-year deal. The club say Higgins' arrival in the capital...
Historic weekend reaches glorious crescendo for the Blitzboks and Black Ferns Sevens
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyGlory for Blitzboks and Black Ferns Sevens as Hong Kong 50-year anniversary is celebrated in style as huge crowds flock to Kai Tak Sports Park. New Zealand and South Africa won the women’s and men’s...
