Reds scare provides ‘edge’ for Chiefs ahead of semi-final
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyComing off a tight 29-20 quarterfinal win in Super Rugby Pacific over the Reds on Saturday evening; the Chiefs had the best preparation for their semifinal against the last remaining Australian team, the...
Borthwick names 28-player training squad for first Rugby World Cup preparation camp
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbySteve Borthwick has named a 28-player training squad for England’s first Rugby World Cup preparation camp at the Honda England Rugby Performance centre, Pennyhill Park. The squad, which does...
Preview: Premier 15s Semi-Final
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWe take a look at how the four Premier 15s semi-finalists match up heading into the end-of-season play-offs. So here we are, 200 days since the start of the 2022/23 Allianz Premier15s season,...
Preview: Chiefs vs Queensland Reds
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Gallagher Chiefs aim to get their revenge against the Queensland Reds on Saturday, as the DHL Super Rugby Pacific competition heads into the knock-out quarterfinals. The Aussie team was the only team...
Elvis Taione Announces Retirement
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyTongan international, Elvis Taione, who was known for his aggressive and powerful scrummaging, announced his retirement from rugby. Born in Nuku’alofa, Elvis joined the Ospreys back in 2021 and...
Chiefs Primed for Knockout Rugby
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyFueled by memories of past playoff opportunities missed and, most recently, their loss to the Reds in New Plymouth, the Chiefs are well prepared for Saturday's Super Rugby Pacific quarterfinal in Hamilton. Coach...
Taking a look at the financial crisis gripping the Gallagher Premiership
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyLondon Irish are the latest victims of the financial crisis gripping the Gallagher Premiership. Here, the PA news agency looks at the clubs most affected by the grim outlook. GONE: WORCESTER The...
Black Ferns Pacific Four Series and O’Reilly Cup announced for 2023
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyA new era for the Rugby World Cup winning Black Ferns is underway with the first squad named today ahead of their opening Test for the Pacific Four Series and O’Reilly Cup against Australia in Brisbane...
Roger Randle and David Hill extend coaching contracts with Chiefs
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Chiefs Rugby Club today announced that Roger Randle and David Hill will continue in their coaching roles to the end of 2026.Their contract extensions align with that of head coach Clayton McMillan...