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Wales back in Top 10 of World Rugby Women’s Rankings

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wales Women's win against Ireland on Saturday has lifted the Welsh back into the Top 10 of the World Rugby Women’s Rankings at the expense of Spain, while the loss of 1.85 points drops...

Eddie Jones' successor set to be appointed ahead of 2023 Rugby World Cup

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

England head coach Eddie Jones has received backing from the RFU, but his successor may be in place ahead of next year's World Cup.   Eddie Jones' successor as England head coach will be appointed...

England Six Nations performance 'incredibly disappointing', says RFU chief executive

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Chief Executive Bill Sweeney says the RFU was disheartened by England's Six Nations run, but stresses the team is making progress.   England's Six Nations performance has been labelled "incredibly...

Jordan Petaia re-signs with Australian Rugby

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Rugby Australia has announced that Queensland and Wallabies outside back Jordan Petaia has re-signed through to the end of 2024. The 22-year-old's recommitment to Australian Rugby is a major...

Israel Folau hungry to turn out for Tonga

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Former Wallaby fullback Israel Folau has indicated a strong interest in turning out for Tonga in next year’s World Cup in France.     Folau, who currently plays for the Shining Arcs in...

Four debutants headline Hurricanes side to take on Moana Pasifika

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Hurricanes are preparing to play round six of the DHL Super Rugby Pacific competition in Auckland this weekend, with Head Coach Jason Holland naming a fresh yet, dynamic side to take on Moana Pasifika....

France and Georgia move up World Rugby Men’s Rankings

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

France have replaced New Zealand in second place in the World Rugby Men’s Rankings.     With a third of a rating point earned for their 25-13 Grand Slam-winning victory over...

Eddie Jones assured of 'full support' from RFU after England's Six Nations struggle

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Eddie Jones has been assured his job as England head coach is safe for now.     A disappointing Six Nations performance does not appear to have substantially altered the Rugby Football Union's...

Latest World Rankings: Ireland overtake England, Wales fall

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ireland have moved up to fourth place in the overall World Rugby rankings following the action in the penultimate round of the Six Nations.   England put up an incredible fight a man down after...

England 15-32 Ireland: Farrell's side stay in title hunt after early Ewels red card

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

England put up an incredible fight a man down after a nightmare start, but it is Ireland who remain in contention for the title.     Charlie Ewels was sent off after only 82 seconds as Ireland...