Scott Baldwin joins Newcastle Falcons as defence coach
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWales hooker Scott Baldwin will complete Newcastle Falcons’ staff for the new season after signing up as defence coach. The 34-year-old has retired from playing to focus on his new role...
Chiefs youngsters head to the Pirates
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyExeter Chiefs are set to send 12 of their brightest young talents down the A30 this summer as part of their long-standing partnership with the Cornish Pirates. As has been the case for a number...
38-player England squad named for Brighton training camp
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland’s second Rugby World Cup preparation camp in Brighton sees Steve Borthwick name an increased 38-player training squad. The squad, which does not include players from Gallagher...
All Backs XV Squad named for Japan tour
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 30-strong All Blacks XV squad was selected by the All Blacks coaching team of Ian Foster, Joe Schmidt and Jason Ryan for the 2023 Lipovitan-D Challenge Cup against Japan XV and Brave Blossoms. The...
Five new caps named in All Black Rugby Championship squad
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks selectors Ian Foster, Jason Ryan and Joe Schmidt have announced a squad of 36 players for the Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship.The 36-strong squad is as follows: (age, Super Rugby...
Super Rugby Final Confirmed: Chiefs v Crusaders
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Finalists have been confirmed for the 2023 Super Rugby Pacific FinalThe Super Rugby Pacific tournament has confirmed the two teams that have qualified for the Final following this weekend's semi-finals,...
Preview: Super Rugby Semi-Final
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWe are down to the penultimate week of the Super Rugby Pacific season with just four teams left standing. The first semifinal kicks off on Friday night when the Crusaders host the Blues in a blockbuster...
Newcastle Falcons sign Argentina and Saracens prop Eduardo Bello
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyArgentina prop Eduardo Bello has become Newcastle Falcons’ 11th senior signing ahead of the new season, with the Saracens tight-head joining on a two-year deal. Bello, 27, has been capped...
Tua, Sapsford re-sign for ACT Brumbies
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyACT Brumbies have announced Brumby 240 Ollie Sapsford and Brumby 248 Tamati Tua have re-signed with the club for the 2024 Harvey Norman Super Rugby Pacific season. Tua and Sapsford were instrumental...