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The “old school” Scotsman making his mark in west Wales

7 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Alex Craig is an “old school” rugby player enjoying a new lease of life.   The second row’s move to the Scarlets has seen him secure a return to the Scotland squad, with his fine...

Larmour looking forward to facing “incredible” Le Roux in top-of-the-table clash

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Jordan Larmour has hailed Willie le Roux as a player who “ticks all the boxes as a 15” as the two international full-backs prepare to meet this weekend.   Larmour’s Leinster Rugby...

England open Women’s Six Nations defence with Italy mauling

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

England kicked off their Women’s Six Nations title defence with an eight-try 48-0 trouncing of Italy in Parma despite having Sarah Beckett sent off after just 11 minutes. The hosts, who have finished...

Leinster power on at top of table with victory at Zebre

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

BKT United Rugby Championship leaders Leinster continued their relentless play-off push by beating Zebre 31-7 in Parma. Leinster will go into next week's Dublin clash against fellow title challengers...

Ireland Lay Down Marker With Improved Performance Against France

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Ireland Women (sponsored by Aon) lifted their game in a number of areas, losing their Guinness Six Nations opener 38-17 in Le Mans but keeping France to their lowest try and points tallies in...

Glasgow Warriors fight back to see off Cardiff

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Glasgow Warriors fought back from a 13-0 half-time deficit to claim a hard-fought 17-13 home victory over Cardiff and move joint top of the BKT United Rugby Championship. The Welsh side arrived at Scotstoun...

Match Preview: Leicester Tigers v Gloucester Rugby

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Leicester Tigers welcome Gloucester Rugby to Mattioli Woods Welford Road with a chance at immediate revenge following the Premiership Rugby Cup final. The Cherry & Whites emerged victorious last Friday...

Match Preview: Saracens v Harlequins

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Saracens and Harlequins meet in the highly-anticipated Showdown 4 on Saturday, as Tottenham Hotspur Stadium throws open its doors to Gallagher Premiership Rugby. Saracens have played two previous...

URC Round 12 Preview

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ospreys v Munster Rugby, Friday 7.35pm Opposing coaches Toby Booth and Graham Rowntree have been singing each other’s praises ahead of this crucial Swansea showdown between two play-off contenders. Their...

Team News: Baxter Names Chiefs Squad for Premiership Return

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Rob Baxter has named his starting line-up for Chiefs’ return to Gallagher Premiership action in Round 13 against Newcastle Falcons on Saturday, March 23. The domestic competition returns following...