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Switzerland reach record high in World Rugby Men’s Rankings

1 year 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

1 year 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...

Women's Six Nations Preview: Scotland v Wales

1 year 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...

Wales Women announce squad to face Scotland

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wales Women’s head coach Ioan Cunningham has selected his side for the Round 2 fixture in the Women's Six Nations against Scotland at the DAM Health Stadium, Edinburgh on Saturday, April 1st (KO:...

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...

Antoine Dupont named Player of the 2023 Six Nations

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Antoine Dupont, the France and Stade Toulousain scrum half, has been named the 2023 Six Nations Player of The Championship, after fans were asked to vote from a shortlist of six nominees.   This...

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...

Freddie Steward Update

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

England fullback Freddie Steward appeared before an independent Disciplinary Committee via video link having received a red card in the Guinness Six Nations match between Ireland and England on Saturday...

Georgia equal all-time high in World Rugby Men’s Rankings

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Georgia have closed to within 1.16 points of a historic place in the world’s top 10 after successfully defending their Rugby Europe Championship title with a 38-11 victory in Sunday’s final...

Ex-All Blacks coach Hansen fires 'chokers' warning to Ireland ahead of World Cup

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Former New Zealand coach Steve Hansen warned in-form Ireland they still have a huge point to prove at the Rugby World Cup this year.   Andy Farrell's side completed a Grand Slam against England...