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Italy narrowly beat Wales in the WXV2

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

'Hannah Jones had failed to play in the previous three games for the Reds as a result of injury, and it was hoped that her presence would have boosted the spirits of Ioan Cunningham's squad. Unfortunately...

Borthwick names 36-player squad for three-day training camp

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

England Rugby head coach Steve Borthwick has named a 36-player squad for a three-day training camp ahead of the forthcoming 2024 Autumn Nations Series. The squad will assemble on...

Crusaders sign former Reds playmaker James O'Connor

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Crusaders have officially announced the signing of former Reds playmaker James O'Connor for the 2025 season. O'Connor's departure from the Reds was announced last month for 'an overseas team' after...

Everything you need to know about the second round of WXV 2024

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

WXV returned in style last weekend and now the teams are ready for a potentially decisive second round. England’s meeting with New Zealand takes top billing as WXV 1 moves to Langley Event Centre,...

Dumke to lead Springbok Women against Australia

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Lusanda Dumke will lead the Springbok Women into battle on Saturday when they take on Australia at Athlone Stadium in Cape Town in the second round of WXV 2.   Dumke, playing in her 32nd Test, will...

Yapp recalls Wood to Wallaroos side

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wallaroos coach Jo Yapp has parachuted scrum half Samantha Wood straight into the side to face South Africa on Sunday (AEST) in the second round of the WXV competition. Wood will start on the bench after...

Clayton McMillan announced as All Blacks XV Head Coach

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Clayton McMillan has been announced as Head Coach of the All Blacks XV and will lead the team on a two-match end of year tour with Assistant Coaches Jamie Mackintosh (Forwards), David Hill (Attack) and...

New agreement between FFR and LNR and potential "France Development" match

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

The new agreement between the FFR and the LNR, concerning the release of players for international periods, has just been unveiled. We learn of the return of groups of 42 players, but also the possibility...

Clayton McMillan announced as All Blacks XV Head Coach

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Clayton McMillan has been announced as Head Coach of the All Blacks XV and will lead the team on a two-match Northern Tour with Assistant Coaches Jamie Mackintosh (Forwards), David Hill (Attack) and Cory...

Scott Robertson applauds emerging All Blacks talent

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Securing second place in the Lipovitan D Rugby Championship was a reward for the All Blacks in their 33-13 win over Australia in Wellington, but coach Scott Robertson was also pleased with the number of...