World Rugby Nations Cup to launch in July 2026 to transform international calendar
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has confirmed that the preparations for the World Rugby Nations Cup are advancing at pace, with 11 of the 12 teams now confirmed for a competition that will kick-off in 2026 and provide important...
Hemispheres will collide and rugby’s future redefined when the Nations Championship debuts in 2026
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Nations Championship is the new cross hemisphere international rugby tournament that will put the 12 strongest nations, and best players in the sport, on the global stage every two years. The Nations...
Autumn Nations Series Team of the Week
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAnother weekend of action is done and plenty of talking points with the Springboks suffering yet another straight red, England obliterating New Zealand, Japan nearly beating Wales and Santi Carreras coming...
Wales Snatch Last-Second Victory in Thrilling Battle Against Japan
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWales edged Japan in a breathtaking contest at the Principality Stadium, sealing a dramatic 24 to 23 win that will long be remembered by supporters. The result brought relief for a Welsh side under pressure...
HIGHLIGHTS | Wales v Japan
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWales hosted Japan in Cardiff in their 3rd clash of the year. Both have wins over the other...Today was the decider. See below:
Wales v Japan: All the key moments
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyJarrod Evans sealed a 24-23 win for Wales over Japan, with a last minute penalty. Here are the matches most key moments. 1st Half Dan Edwards try A try and conversion by Wales fly-half Dan Edwards in...
WATCH | Japan team try
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter conceding a try in the opening 5 minutes, Japan bounced back through an excellent team set piece that saw right-winger Kippei Ishida cross the line, before a Seungsin Lee drew them level...
Farrell Names Ireland Team To Face Australia
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyHead Coach Andy Farrell has named the Ireland Match Day Squad, sponsored by Vodafone, for Saturday’s sold-out Quilter Nations Series clash against Australia at Aviva Stadium...
Ikitau, O'Connor return to Wallaby gold for Ireland Test
2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby2025 John Eales Medallist Len Ikitau will return to the Wallaby gold against Ireland at Aviva Stadium on Saturday night (local time). The 27-year-old will reignite his partnership with Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii...
Erasmus mixes team selection for Italy showdown
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok coach Rassie Erasmus on Thursday named a new-look starting team for the Castle Lager Outgoing Tour Test against Italy at the Allianz Stadium in Turin on Saturday afternoon, which will again be...
