Midi Olympique's Team of the Year: Five Frenchman, Three All Blacks, One Irishman
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRenowned French bi-weekly rugby newspaper Midi Olympique have released their 2021 Team of the Year. The publication has included one Irishman, one Australian, one Scotsman, two South Africans,...
Wales lose star flanker for Autumn Tests & Six Nations
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWales’ star flanker Josh Navidi is set to miss next year’s Six Nations tournament after having shoulder surgery. Navidi left the field early last weekend during Cardiff’s...
England to bid for 2031 World Cup
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Guardian has reported that England will take a run at the 2031 World Cup. The Rugby Football Union has confirmed its intention to bid to host the 2031 World Cup as part of a long-term...
25 of the worst rugby jerseys EVER
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThere have been some fantastic rugby jerseys over the years, however, not all jerseys are hits. We take a look at some of the worst EVER. EDINBURGH - 2007/08 PERPIGNAN - 2009/10 MELBOURNE...
Stuart Barnes: Six Nations next in line for South Africa
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer England flyhalf and now rugby pundit Stuart Barnes warns that the formation of the United Rugby Championship is just the first step in getting South Africa to join the Six Nations tournament. Last...
Video emerges of infamous training ground fight between Alun Wyn Jones and Jake Ball
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFootage of the infamous training ground fight between Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones and Jake Ball ahead of the Six Nations clash with Ireland has emerged on Twitter. The two players exchanged blows...
Kieran Crowley takes over as Italy head coach
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer All Black World Cup winner Kieran Crowley will become the new Italy head coach, replacing Franco Smith. Crowley takes over the head coach role of the Azzuri from Franco Smith...
Tadhg Furlong extends contract with Ireland
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyStar tighthead prop Tadhg Furlong has extended his contract with the IRFU to the end of the 2021-22 season. Furlong recently had a long spell on the sidelines through injury but...
