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Who wouldn’t want Owen Farrell? Stuart Lancaster confirms Racing 92 interest

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

A move to France would make the Saracens star ineligible for England selection. Stuart Lancaster has confirmed Racing 92 are interested in recruiting Owen Farrell from Saracens but insists a deal has...

Posolo Tuilagi not eligible for France team

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The information was revealed by L'Indépendant this Friday morning. USAP second row Posolo Tuilagi would not be eligible for the France team. Fans were anticipating see him during the next Six...

‘A thing of beauty’ - Analysing the mighty mauls that produce so many tries in the BKT URC

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

It may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but there’s no doubting just what a potent weapon the driving lineout maul is in the BKT URC. We have all seen the routine. A penalty is awarded, a team...

Andy Farrell Appointed as Lions Head Coach

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The British & Irish Lions has today announced the appointment of Andy Farrell as Head Coach for the Lions Men’s 2025 Tour to Australia. The Ireland Head Coach was unveiled at an official...

Aki And Fryday Named Guinness Rugby Writers Players Of The Year

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Today, Ireland and Connacht centre, Bundee Aki and ex-Ireland captain and Exeter Chiefs Lock, Nichola Fryday have been named the Guinness Rugby Writers of Ireland Men’s and Women’s 15s Players...

BKT URC stars force their way into Six Nations contention

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The first Guinness Six Nations after a World Cup often sees a changing of the guard, with new faces emerging as a fresh four-year cycle begins. This season’s tournament is likely to be another example...

Injured O’Brien Ruled Out Of Six Nations

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

A neck injury will keep Jimmy O’Brien out of Ireland’s upcoming Guinness Six Nations campaign, a Leinster injury update has revealed. It is a second quick-fire injury blow for Ireland in the...

Halaholo extends Cardiff stay

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Cardiff Rugby are delighted to confirm Willis Halaholo has signed a contract extension to remain at the club for the remainder of the season. Following last month’s announcement that Helford Capital...

Joe Marler injury blow adds to England worries

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Steve Borthwick has front-row concerns ahead of the Six Nations.   England prop Joe Marler has been ruled out of Harlequins’ Investec Champions Cup clash against Cardiff as his arm injury...

Munster must win ‘all-or-nothing’ clash in Toulon

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Coach praises development of Jack Crowley, whose importance is growing as Joey Carbery nears departure It’s January and it’s the Champions Cup, so in time-honoured fashion Munster’s hopes...