‘Global rugby union tournament is only way to save the smaller nations’
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyGlobal rugby chiefs agreed in principle to back plans for a new biennial world championship — and were immediately presented with the consequences of failing to deliver the competition, writes TheTimes. The...
Sharks sign another quality player
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCarlu Sadie has signed with the Sharks from the Lions on a two year deal. Front-rower Sadie has been devastating for a Lions scrum that has won the most penalties in the URC and with Thomas du...
Unions in talks about massive shake-up of international rugby scene
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA massive development is in the pipeline with regard to the international rugby scene. The proposed idea of the Nations Championship – a competition involving twelve teams (England,...
Vincent Tshituka snubs overseas interest to join the Sharks
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLions flanker Vincent Tshituka has turned down offers from abroad to sign a deal with the Durban-based Sharks ahead of next season. The 23-year-old reportedly caught the eye of overseas clubs...
Simelane to join Nkosi at the Bulls next season?
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJake White has started his recruitment drive for next season with the Bulls coach confirming a new signing out wide for next season. The Bulls have qualified for the United Rugby Championship...
Aaron Wainwright out of Wales' tour to South Africa
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBackrower Aaron Wainwright will miss the Dragons' United Rugby Championship run-in and Wales' summer tour to South Africa because of a foot injury. The 24-year-old will miss Sunday's...
Dave Porecki re-signs with Rugby Australia & Waratahs until 2024
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRugby Australia and the NSW Waratahs are pleased to announce Dave Porecki has signed a two-year extension that will see him remain in Australian Rugby until at least the end of 2024. The 29-year-old...
Blue Bulls: Strong onslaught expected from Windhoek Draught Griquas in Carling Currie Cup clash
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Vodacom Bulls expect a tough encounter when they take on Windhoek Draught Griquas in a Carling Currie Cup clash at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday. The side from Kimberley has been one of the...
Five forwards sign pro contracts with Glasgow Warriors
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyGregor Brown, Alex Samuel, Max Williamson and Angus Fraser join Murphy Walker in making the step up to the full-time professional Glasgow Warriors squad for the 2022-2023 season from the FOSROC Scottish...
Three SA sides book their place in the URC playoffs after another full house of wins
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe DHL Stormers, Cell C Sharks and Vodacom Bulls all booked their spots in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship playoffs with hard-fought home victories in the penultimate round of league action this...
