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Josh van der Flier Signs IRFU Extension to 2026

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Josh van der Flier has signed an IRFU extension to his current Leinster contract that will see him continue his career in Ireland until at least the end of the 2025/26 season.   The 2022 World...

Switzerland reach record high in World Rugby Men’s Rankings

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Switzerland have reached their highest ever position in the World Rugby Men’s Rankings.   A 32-22 win over Croatia in Markarska improved their rating to 55.32 points, which was enough for...

Spain equal lowest ever World Rugby Women’s Ranking

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

On another busy weekend of women’s international rugby, England, Wales and France made it two wins out of two with victories in the Women’s Six Nations.   England and France remain in...

Tounesi calls for better execution after England Women defeat

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Sara Tounesi felt Italy’s lack of execution was the difference as her side fell to a 68-5 defeat against Simon Middleton’s superb England.   The Azzurre showed real signs of progress...

Women's Six Nations Preview: Scotland v Wales

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

If their 2022 encounters are anything to go by Wales’ visit to Scotland is set to be the highlight of Round 2 of the Women’s Six Nations. Ioan Cunningham’s side overturned a 12-point...

Felix Jones to join England Rugby coaching staff in 2024

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

England Rugby has announced that men’s head coach Steve Borthwick has appointed Felix Jones to join his coaching team from 2024.   Following a playing career that saw him represent Ireland...

Six Nations: Official 2023 Team of the Tournament

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

The votes have been rounded up and the coveted spots in the XV have now been revealed, with seven of the pack belonging to this year’s champions. A further three are part of a backline which also...

Johnny Sexton to miss the rest of the season

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Leinster Head Coach Leo Cullen has issued an injury update ahead of Saturday’s Heineken Champions Cup match against Ulster in Aviva Stadium.   Johnny Sexton will see a specialist on Tuesday...

Women’s Six Nations Fixtures Confirmed For 2024

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Women’s Six Nations fixtures have been confirmed. With anticipation for this year’s Championship building, Six Nations Rugby was committed to giving fans the best possible chance to look...

Should Freddie Steward have been sent off against Ireland?

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Nigel Owens digs into the big decision in Ireland's Grand Slam decider, and explains why Freddie Steward was shown a red card.