Ardie Savea out to avenge 'smack in the nose' in New Zealand-England series
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyArdie Savea is being driven by some painful memories ahead of New Zealand's home Test series against England. The reigning World Player of the Year confessed the All Blacks got "smacked in the nose" in...
England will attack New Zealand in search of memorable away win, says George
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland intend to play on the front foot as they go in search of their first win in New Zealand since 2003 on Saturday, says captain Jamie George. Steve Borthwick's team will face New Zealand at Forsyth...
World Rugby Men's Rankings preview
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has published the ranking permutations for the July internationals this weekend. Permutation highlights: Ireland will return to the top of the World Rugby Men’s Rankings if they beat...
Getting to know Scott Robertson: The new All Black Coach
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyOn Saturday Scott Robertson will take to the field for his first game as the new All Blacks head coach after unprecedented success with the Crusaders. The former Crusaders’ head coach signed a four-year...
A look ahead at the upcoming international tests
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe mid year tests are upon when the North descends on the South. This years fixtures will see a repeat of two matches we saw during the pool stages of the 2023 Rugby World Cup. Lets a take a quick and...
8 Key Players | England v All Blacks
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyIn what will be a new era for the All Blacks under new head coach Scott Robertson, we take a look at 8 players that can have a big effect in the test between England and the All Blacks. All...
Early return talks are ongoing for Richie Mo'unga
4 months ago by StuffMo’unga won Japan Rugby League One with Toshiba in his first season. Crusaders icon signed three-year deal in Japan. Early return a possibility after Scott Robertson’s overtures. Richie...
Scott Robertson names his first All Blacks team
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks Head Coach Scott Robertson and his co-selectors, Assistant Coaches Scott Hansen, Jason Holland, Leon MacDonald and Jason Ryan have named their All Blacks team to play England in the opening...
New Era of All Blacks ready to go!
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyA fresh-looking All Blacks team will aim to make an early statement in their first Steinlager Ultra Low Carb Test against England in Dunedin on Saturday. Under new coaching direction and leadership,...
Highlanders announce five new signings
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Highlanders continue to build for the future with the confirmed signings of five talented young players. Adding to the home-grown talents of Will Stodart and Josh Whaanga, joining the Highlanders in...
