NPC

Wider Training Groups locked in for 2026

4 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

Following the announcement of the 38-strong DHL Super Rugby Pacific squads, New Zealand Rugby’s (NZR) five Super Rugby clubs have announced their Wider Training...

Hurricanes announce 2026 Super Rugby Pacific squad

4 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Hurricanes are proud to announce next year’s Super Rugby Pacific squad. Featuring 33 players who have been retained from last year’s playing contingent, next year’s squad also includes...

Vannes announce the arrival of Richard Judd

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

New Zealand scrum-half Richard Judd has joined RC Vannes to bolster their half-back pairing and bring his extensive experience gained in Super Rugby and on the international stage. He has signed...

NPC Semi-final | HIGHLIGHTS | Otago v Bay

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Settle in for all the big plays and defining moments as Otago hosted Bay of Plenty under the roof in Dunedin for a place in the Bunnings NPC final.

Tevita Mafileo called up by Scott Robertson

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

All Blacks selectors have named their squad for the 2025 Grand Slam tour, which kicks off with ‘The Gallagher Cup – The Rematch’ against Ireland in Chicago, followed by matches against...

Seven All Blacks to represent their Provincial Unions in NPC quarter-finals

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Seven members of the All Blacks Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship squad will represent their Provincial Unions in the Bunnings Warehouse National Provincial Championship quarter-finals this weekend. Anton...

Thirteen All Blacks available for round 8 of the NPC

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Eight NPC teams will welcome back members of the current All Blacks squad when round 8 kicks off this Friday, with thirteen players released to play for their provincial teams. Josh Lord, who has been...

Canterbury side to defend Ranfurly Shield vs Otago

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Canterbury are set for another blockbuster Ranfurly Shield defence this weekend, hosting Otago in a top-of-the-table clash at Apollo Projects Stadium. Fresh off a thrilling victory over Tasman in front...