The Magic Finn Russell's Scottish Debut
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbySince 2012, the rugby world has become acquainted with the mercurial talent that is Finn Russell. Beginning his working life as a stone mason, Russell rose to prominence through the Scotland U20 side,...
On This Day in 2013, George North lifts Israel Folau on his shoulders
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbySeven Years ago to the day, British and Irish Lions star George North shocked the rugby world when hoisted Australian giant Israel Folau over his shoulder and carried him backwards. North...
Biggest moves and transfer rumours of the week
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA busy week on the player market this week saw the likes of Gloucester, Leinster and Harlequins all release squad updates while there were a number of confirmed signings across Europe. We...
One more year? Matt Giteau set to extend his career in the USA's Major League Rugby - report
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Wallabies flyhalf Matt Giteau looks as if he may play one more season of rugby despite saying that 2020 would be his final year as a professional. The Sydney Morning...
Weekly Round Up
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHighlanders sign Wallabies prop The Highlanders confirmed the signing of Wallabies tighthead prop Jermaine Ainsley who has inked a two-year deal with the side that...
Lyon Confirm Six New Signings With Two Players Returning To The Club
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLyon have confirmed the signing of six players ahead of the 2020/21 season with two of the six players returning to the club. The two returning players include former France International,...
The Exciting Line Up Of Players Heading to Europe
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWhen Rugby eventually returns a number of new names will be heading to Europe to ply their trade at a new club. We take a look at some of the biggest names who will be making their first appearance...
The day I broke my neck: Robert Paylor on his catastrophic injury
5 years ago by Rugby WorldIn 2017 the student was severely injured in America's National Championship final. Here's what has happened since...Putting the pieces back together: Paylor's shirt (Robert Paylor)It is two days before...
Throwback: The Two Star Studded FRENCH Line Ups That Contested The 2013 Champions Cup Final
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCast your mind back to 2013, Barack Obama is still the president of America, The All Blacks are still Rugby World Champions, the Lions are preparing for their tour to Australia and two French sides have...
Pichot or Beaumont - How the Unions are expected vote or have voted already
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe votes are in and the new Chairman of World Rugby will be announced on 12 May 2020. We have broken down who has voted for Sir Bill Beaumont and Agustin Pichot with some of the...
