Leigh Halfpenny rugby player
Leigh Halfpenny rugby player

Leigh Halfpenny

22nd Dec 1988 1.75m/84kg Fullback

Crusaders Mid Season Injury Update & review

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

Three long-term injured Crusaders have returned to full training and are on track to be selectable for the Round 8 versus the Waratahs. They’ve been working diligently through their rehabilitation...

I’ve loved it – George North reflects on living Wales ‘dream’ after calling time

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wales star George North fought back tears as he reflected on an international career that saw him “live a dream”. The 31-year-old has announced that he will retire from Test rugby after Saturday’s...

Wales debutants can prosper from Six Nations experience – Joe Roberts

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Joe Roberts has no doubt that the future is bright for Wales as a testing Guinness Six Nations campaign nears its conclusion. Wales head into next Saturday’s Cardiff finale against Italy after suffering...

Ireland vs Wales: Media reaction

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

“Men against boys” was the verdict of one UK-based writer after Ireland’s 31-7 victory over Wales on Saturday afternoon. Andy Farrell’s side were admittedly not firing on all cylinders...

Gareth Thomas feels a fast start will be key for Wales victory against Ireland

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Gareth Thomas believes a fast start is vital for Wales in their quest to claim an odds-defying victory over Guinness Six Nations title favourites Ireland on Saturday. Wales have been largely written off,...

Gareth Thomas feels a fast start will be key for Wales victory against Ireland

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Gareth Thomas believes a fast start is vital for Wales in their quest to claim an odds-defying victory over Guinness Six Nations title favourites Ireland on Saturday. Wales have been largely written off,...

Six New Stars to Watch in the 2024 Guinness Men’s Six Nations

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Our friends who are expert Opta data editors pick out one unheralded player from each of the teams to keep an eye on as the 2024 Guinness Six Nations Championship kicks-off this weekend. You...

Team News: The Crusaders Team to take on Munster

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

First starts and some great returns   Rob Penney has named his Crusaders team to face Munster in their historic clash in Cork, Ireland.   Quinten Strange captains the team who take...

The Crusaders travel to the North as they reveal squad

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Tasman Mako lock Quinten Strange will lead the Crusaders during their Northern Tour when the reigning Super Rugby champions come up against Munster and the Bristol Bears next month. The Crusaders flew...

Winner of Ireland and France’s opener nailed on as Six Nations favourites

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The fierce rivals face a box-office game in Marseille. It is difficult to look beyond Ireland and France as the principal contenders for this season’s Guinness Six Nations title. The tournament’s...