Tasman Rugby Union Appoint New Director of Rugby & Mako Head Coach
4 days ago by Ultimate RugbyTasman Rugby Union (TRU) has appointed Jono Phillips as its new Director Of Rugby& Mako Head Coach on a two-year fixed-term contract.Phillips has previously coached at the Taranaki Bulls and the Hurricanes,...
Black Ferns prove too good for Wallaroos in inaugural ANZAC Day O'Reilly Cup Test
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Black Ferns have navigated slippery conditions to reclaim the world number two spot, the Pacific Four title, and the O'Reilly Cup, running out 40-5 winners over the Wallaroos in the ever Trans-Tasman...
Hong Kong set to host WXV Global Series Challenger in 2026
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyBuilding on the momentum of Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025, World Rugby has announced that Hong Kong will host the WXV Global Series Challenger central competition, the second division of the WXV...
SAINTS APPOINT STEVE ZANDER AS NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyNorthampton Saints today announce the appointment of Steve Zander to the Club’s Board as a Non-Executive Director. Steve Zander is Head of Europe, Co-Chief Investment Officer, and a Partner...
Walsh Adds His Name to Ospreys' Overseas Hall of Fame
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyJack Walsh arrived at the Ospreys with no great fanfare as a relative unknown. But the USA-born, Aussie-raised utility back has gone on to add his name to the long list of overseas imports who have...
Malinga: “We have a massive opportunity in Hong Kong”
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyThey arrived in Hong Kong as the 11th-ranked team out of 12, had some misfortunes on the injury front, and four players who will experience the intensity of the world stage for the first time, but if you...
Snyman: “We worked hard and are ready”
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyGetting it right five times out of six was a good reflection of the standards the Springbok Sevens set for themselves in 2026, but the most valuable lesson was to make sure you start from zero every time. With...
Blitzboks still looking for the complete performance
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springbok Sevens squad achieved one of their pre-season objectives by winning the HSBC SVNS Series, but according to Blitzbok captain Impi Visser, they now need to up the ante even more, as they have...
SA ‘A’ to face Zimbabwe in Gqeberha double-header
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyThe South African ‘A’ team will make a welcome return to the rugby calendar when they line up against the Zimbabwe Sables as a curtain-raiser to the Springboks’ opening match of the season,...
World Rugby Nations Cup heads to the Americas in July for inaugural 2026 edition
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has unveiled the match schedule for the inaugural World Rugby Nations Cup, set to take place throughout July and November 2026, with the tournament first-ever fixture taking place in Montevideo...
