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Andy Farrell Explains Why James Ryan Was Not Called Up For The Lions

4 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

  Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has explained that British and Irish Lions boss Warren Gatland enquired about the possibility of James Ryan replacing Alun Wyn Jones for the of South Africa.   Ryan...

Ireland hungry for revenge on Japan

4 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

After ironing out the bumps and bruises after last week, Japan are set to tackle the Irish at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday afternoon.    As was expected, Japan gave good...

Alun Wyn Jones targets sensational British and Irish Lions return

4 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Injured British and Irish Lions captain Alun Wyn Jones could yet make a "miracle" recovery and return for the tourists ahead of the tests against South Africa.    Jones was injured in last...

Springboks keen to hit the ground running

4 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi seems keen for his team to pick up where they left off as they take on Georgia this Friday while keeping one eye firmly locked on the British & Irish Lions.    The...

USA names squad to take on England

4 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

USA Head coach Gary Gold has named his match-day 23 to face No. 3 world-ranked England on Sunday at Twickenham.     The fixture marks the first time the Eagles have assembled since Rugby World...

Gatland opens up on decision to name Hogg captain

4 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

British & Irish Lions Head Coach Warren Gatland has spoken to the South African media ahead of their clash with the Emirates Lions in Johannesburg.    Earlier today (Thursday), Gatland...

Himeno returns to the starting lineup for Ireland clash

4 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Jamie Joseph has confirmed the Brave Blossoms’ Team that will take on Ireland this Saturday, July 3 at Aviva Stadium in Dublin.   The match holds huge significance for both teams, as Ireland...