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Borthwick discusses England's road ahead

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Newly appointed England boss Steve Borthwick appears full of enthusiasm about the future and hopes breed a style of rugby into his players which will tug on the heartstrings of the fans.   "It feels...

Steve Borthwick appointed England Rugby men's head coach

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

The RFU is delighted to confirm that former England captain and forwards coach, Steve Borthwick will take on the role of England men’s head coach from today.Kevin Sinfield has also been appointed...

Rugby World Cup 2023: Seven matches you should get excited about

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

In less than 10 months’ time, the wait for Rugby World Cup 2023 will come to an end as France take on New Zealand in an opening match that has all the ingredients to be a classic. While...

On this day in 2020: Rugby World Cup draw - Hosts France to face New Zealand, South Africa in with Ireland and Scotland

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Rugby World Cup 2023 hosts France will face New Zealand in the pool phase, while reigning champions South Africa have been paired with Ireland and Scotland.    France and three-time winners...

Borthwick unable to provide Leicester clarity amid England talk

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Leicester Tigers head coach Steve Borthwick says he would love to offer some clarity over his future amid reports he is in line to lead England.   The Rugby Football Union are attempting to...

Samoa and New Zealand win Cape Town Sevens

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

After three action-packed days of World Rugby Sevens Series action in Cape Town, Samoa’s men and New Zealand’s women ended the event - and 2022 - in style with victory.   Samoa...

Small tweaks for Blitzboks as they go for a double

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Coming off a convincing tournament win in Dubai last week may have boosted the self-belief that the Blitzboks are doing something correctly, but Springbok Sevens coach, Sandile Ngcobo, believes the reset...

Jones sacking 'is utter madness' – Haskell

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

England's decision to sack head coach Eddie Jones nine months before the Rugby World Cup is "utter madness", according to former back-row James Haskell.   Jones' fate was confirmed on Tuesday following...

Jones leaves England legacy of 'unfulfilled promises', says World Cup winner Woodward

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Eddie Jones leaves behind a legacy of "misguided rhetoric and unfulfilled promises" following his dismissal as England coach, says Clive Woodward.   The Australian was sacked nine months out...

Owen Williams joins the Ospreys as short-term cover

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Ospreys have signed Wales international Owen Williams as short-term injury cover.     Williams, who returned from Japan last year, joins the Welsh club as a temporary replacement...