Whitelock takes over as All Blacks captain for tour of Europe
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyVastly experienced lock Sam Whitelock will lead New Zealand out when they face Wales, Scotland and England. Sam Whitelock has taken over as New Zealand captain for the tour of Europe after...
Jamie Joseph names Japan squad for England and France tests
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJapan Head Coach Jamie Joseph has announced the 40-member Squad for the upcoming Autumn Nations Series. The squad left Japan on Wednesday and will face the likes of England and France...
Brodie Retallick gets two-match ban after red card against Japan
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand second row Brodie Retallick has been suspended for two matches subject to the successful completion of a Coaching Intervention programme, having received a red card for an act of foul play...
All Blacks lose Coles and Cane to injury
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks captain Sam Cane and hooker Dane Coles have been ruled out of New Zealand's Autumn Nations Series matches against Wales, Scotland and England. Cane suffered two cheekbone fractures...
All Blacks could contest Retallick red card in win over Japan
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBrodie Retallick was given his marching orders in New Zealand's win over Japan and it remains to be seen if he will face a ban. New Zealand could contest Brodie Retallick's red card in...
Wallabies brace for big challenge from Scotland at Murrayfield
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe first weekend of the Autumn Nations Series features a juicy clash between the Scots and Wallabies at Murrayfield. Jamie Ritchie will lead Scotland out against Australia this Saturday at BT...
Brave Blossoms gear up for All Black storm in Tokyo
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAn intriguing clash awaits fans at the Tokyo Stadium as the Brave Blossoms make ready to host the All Blacks. Despite an overwhelmingly one-sided historical record, All Black boss Ian Foster is...
Confirmed: England will have players names on shirts in Autumn Nations Series
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe RFU have confirmed that England players will have their names on the back of the jerseys during this November's Autumn Nations Series. The 23-player men’s squad will all wear...
