Maro Itoje keen to reach ‘another level’ after England secure quarter-final spot
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyMaro Itoje has emerged from a difficult period of his career confident that he can reach new levels of performance as England progress deeper into the World Cup. Itoje revealed during this year’s...
A huge figure for us – Wales assistant extols ‘phenomenal’ captain Jac Morgan
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWales captain Jac Morgan has been described as “phenomenal” following an immense contribution towards his country reaching the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals. The 23-year-old flanker has proved...
Jacques Nienaber chats about the 23 selected to face Tonga
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyJacques Nienaber, head coach On the improvements he wants to see after the loss to Ireland: "Let’s take the result out of the way - we all know that we need to get a win and a bonus point. So let’s...
Coach Marco Bortolami renews Benneton contract
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyBenetton Rugby is pleased to announce that Marco Bortolami will hold the role of head coach of the Lions until 30 June 2026 . The coach, who has led the Lions since July 2021,...
Munster Head Coach Graham Rowntree Signs New Contract
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyMunster Rugby and the IRFU are pleased to confirm that Head Coach Graham Rowntree has signed a two-year contract extension to stay at the province until at least 2026. In his first season as Head Coach...
Tim Horan - 'Wales game biggest of professional era for Australian rugby'
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyComments from Australia's double Rugby World Cup-winning centre Tim Horan ahead of the crucial Pool C clash between the Wallabies and Wales at OL Stadium on Sunday. Tim Horan, former Australia...
Rugby World Cup 2023 Match Preview: South Africa v Ireland
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyRugby World Cup 2023 kicked off on 8 September with a fixture that could easily have made a final. Three Saturdays later, the sporting festival continues with a match that could easily be the final, as...
Warren Gatland has been there and done it – Alex King glad he is in Wales’ camp
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyAlex King has underlined the importance of Wales boss Warren Gatland’s presence and proven track record heading into Sunday’s Rugby World Cup clash against Australia. Wales are heading...
Michael Leitch sets Brave Blossoms record
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyJapan head coach Jamie Joseph has named his match-day squad to face England in Pool D at Stade de Nice on Sunday, 17 September, with back-row Michael Leitch on course to make his 15th Rugby World Cup appearance. 1...
George North still loving ‘wicked’ World Cup life on eve of fourth tournament
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWales centre George North will join an elite Rugby World Cup club when he runs out against opening opponents Fiji on Sunday. It will be North’s fourth tournament, a feat achieved by only...
