Emirates Dubai 7s pools and schedule announced to kick off HSBC SVNS 2024
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyFollowing the thrilling conclusion of Rugby World Cup 2023 attention now turns to the first event of the revamped and rebranded HSBC SVNS 2024, which gets underway on 2-3 December with the highly anticipated...
How WXV 1 was won: England’s journey to glory
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWe recount the steps the Red Roses took to claim the inaugural WXV 1 title in New Zealand. ‘Resounding’ is probably the best way to describe the Red Roses’ win in the WXV 1 decider with...
Toaigaotumua Tom Coventry & Stephen Jones join Moana Pasifika Coaching Staff
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyMoana Pasifika are pleased to announce the appointment of Toaigaotumua Tom Coventry and Stephen Jones to their coaching staff for 2024. The two world-class coaches bring a wealth of international...
Braydon Ennor ruled out of the Super Rugby Pacific 2024 season
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyBraydon Ennor Injury Update Braydon Ennor injured his knee in August while playing in the All Blacks versus Australia Bledisloe test in Dunedin. He underwent ACL reconstruction the same...
Independent disciplinary update: Sam Cane (New Zealand)
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand's Sam Cane has been suspended for three matches (reduced to two matches subject to completion of the Coaching Intervention Programme) following an independent Disciplinary Committee hearing...
Siya Kolisi sheds light on his Bok future
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter leading the Boks to another World Cup title in France, the 32-year-old will start a new chapter in his career when he heads back to Europe to play for French club Racing 92. Leading up to last weekend’s...
Wales legend joins the Crusaders in the land of the long white cloud
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Crusaders confirmed Leigh Halfpenny has signed with the franchise for the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific season. The 34-year-old is a legend of international rugby, having played more than 100 matches for...
England crowned WXV 1 champions, Canada upset France
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland have put on a statement performance to beat New Zealand 33-12 and become inaugural WXV 1 champions. In a thrilling early game Canada outlasted France to win 29-20. England were crowned...
Marlie Packer crowned World Rugby Women’s 15s Player of the Year
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland captain Marlie Packer has been named this year’s World Rugby Women’s 15s Player of the Year in partnership with Mastercard, receiving the coveted award in front of fans and her rugby...
Ian Foster provides clue on his coaching future
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyIan Foster has taken a swipe at his former employer New Zealand Rugby (NZR) just a few days after stepping down from his position as the All Blacks’ head coach. The 58-year-old did not hide his...
