Allan Bunting announced as Black Ferns Director of Rugby
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby (NZR) has announced former Black Ferns Sevens Coach and Black Ferns Manager of Culture and Leadership Allan Bunting will now take the helm as the Black Ferns Director of Rugby. Bunting,...
Wales make 6 changes to face Scotland
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyHead coach Warren Gatland has named his Wales senior men’s team to play Scotland on Saturday 11 February (KO 4.45pm live on BBC and S4C) in the second round of the 2023 Guinness Six Nations. There...
Super Rugby Countdown Day 15: Best Pacific Island rugby players to play Super Rugby
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWith Super Rugby Pacific just 15 days away we have decided to give tribute to the best Pacific Island players to play in the tournament. Joining Caucaunibuca and Lomu in the back three is Mils Muliaina,...
England retain 29-player squad for Italy clash
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbySteve Borthwick has retained a 29-player squad ahead of his England side’s Guinness Six Nations match against Italy. England take on the Azzurri at Twickenham Stadium on Sunday 12 February (3pm...
Super Rugby Countdown Day 16: Most Penalty Goals in a Match
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbySome players' boots are more generous than others. Here's a look at the players who've scored the most penalty goals in a single match: Elton Jantjies (9) 25/02/2012 Lions vs Cheetahs A...
Brodie Retallick to play overseas in 2024
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks, Gallagher Chiefs and Hawke’s Bay lock Brodie Retallick will leave New Zealand to continue his stellar career overseas following the 2023 season. The 31-year-old Test centurion has announced...
Super Rugby Countdown Day 17: Rookie players to look out for in 2023
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWith the Super Rugby Pacific competition around the corner. The New Zealand sides have announced their 2023 squads. All-round these clubs have included a total of 21 new-faces in their squads. Few of these...
Henry Arundell and Henry Slade both return to the England squad
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbySteve Borthwick has confirmed the 36-player squad for England’s Guinness Six Nations match against Italy this weekend. Henry Arundell and Henry Slade both return to the squad following injuries. Borthwick’s...
Super Rugby Countdown Day 18: Most successful coaches of the Super 14 era
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyBefore its expansion, the Super Rugby was called the Super 14 between 2006-2010, consisting of 14 teams. Following Super 12's success (1996-2005), the teams were under pressure to put a skillful leader...
PREVIEW: Premier 15s Round 10
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyRound 10 of the Allianz Premier 15s sees five matches across two days, with Exeter Chiefs kicking off the action against DMP Sharks at midday on Saturday, and Harlequins bringing the curtain...
