"Loss of trust" could see Scott Robertson head to England, says Marshall
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFor All Black scrumhalf Justin Marshall says a breakdown in the relationship between New Zealand Rugby and Crusaders boss Scott Robertson means that the latter could well be appointed to the England top...
Jones lauds 'tremendous' England spirit following fightback against New Zealand
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTwo tries from replacement Will Stuart helped England clinch a remarkable draw against the All Blacks at Twickenham. Eddie Jones hailed England's spirit after they overcame a "baptism...
Classic clash at Twickenham: England vs All Blacks
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIt’s all happening at Twickenham once again as, this week, the All Blacks come knocking. After tasting defeat in their first outing of the series (against Argentina), England came back strongly...
New Zealand never had an aura, says Jones
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland boss Eddie Jones is at it again in the press ahead of his side’s big clash against the All Blacks, this time suggesting that the aura surrounding the latter is, and always has been, nothing...
England v New Zealand Key Battles: Dual playmakers and lineout leaders
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEddie Jones and Ian Foster have named their lineups for Saturday's blockbuster clash between England and New Zealand at Twickenham. It's been an indifferent year for both sides...
Brodie Retallick named to play 100th Test in clash with England
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks selectors Ian Foster, Joe Schmidt and Jason Ryan have named Brodie Retallick for his 100th All Blacks Test, against England at Twickenham. The 31-year-old will become the 12th All...
Last time they faced off: Rugby World Cup 2019: England 19-7 New Zealand
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyManu Tuilagi's early try set the tone as England shattered New Zealand's hopes of winning an unprecedented third consecutive Rugby World Cup and moved into the final with a famous 19-7 victory. England...
Scotland missed 'best opportunity in history' to beat New Zealand – Townsend
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyScotland led for the majority of the Test against New Zealand but squandered their advantage, much to the frustration of Gregor Townsend. Scotland coach Gregor Townsend says...
All Blacks Squad Announcement: Mark Telea to debut, Anton Lienert-Brown starts
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks selectors Ian Foster, Joe Schmidt and Jason Ryan have named one debutant to face Scotland at Murrayfield Stadium on Sunday. Winger Mark Telea has been selected to make his first...
Foster calls on TJ Perenara ahead of Scotland clash
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Black boss Ian Foster has called on the services of seasoned veteran scrumhalf TJ Perenara ahead of this weekend’s clash with Scotland at Murrayfield. Perenara, 30, was part of the New...