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JAPAN v FRANCE: Preview, Stats, Facts and Lineups

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Japan host France in Aichi on Saturday in what is just the fourth official meeting between the two sides since 1973.   The sides have met on 10 occasions, although France did not award...

'It was like Bryan Habana!' – Jones impressed with uncapped Arundell

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

A scintillating long-range try in training has earned Henry Arundell comparisons to Bryan Habana from England boss Eddie Jones.   Henry Arundell could be a "significant player"...

South Africa's top spot on the World Rugby rankings under siege

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

South Africa's number one ranking is on the line this weekend, with New Zealand, France and Ireland capable of usurping the Springboks.       World Rugby have published...

Damian de Allende, Lood de Jager sign for Japanese club

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Rugby World Cup-winning Springboks Damian de Allende and Lood de Jager are off to Japan next season.   Japan Rugby League One side the Panasonic Wild Knights have confirmed that the...

Louwrens locked in for 2023 and 2024

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Melbourne Rebels have added another player with international experience to their 2023 squad, announcing former Rebel, Ryan Louwrens, will be returning to AAMI Park.   Louwrens has committed...

The weekend's test team lineups

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Here are the test teamsheets for this weekend.   JAPAN V FRANCE       View this post on Instagram       A post shared by Ultimate Rugby (@ultimaterugby) NEW...

Wallabies team announced for first England Test: Porecki and Neville debut

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wallabies coach Dave Rennie has named David Porecki and Cadeyrn Neville to make their Test debuts on Saturday night in the side's first Test of the year against England in Perth.Neville will become the...

Racing 92 sign Springbok fullback

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Racing 92 have confirmed that one of their six new signings is Springbok and Stormers fullback, Warrick Gelant.    The 27 year-old won the most recent of his 9 Bok caps during the pool stages...