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Belief, commitment and confidence: How South Africa won Rugby World Cup 2023

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Springboks’ journey to their record fourth Webb Ellis Cup was paved by the squad’s resilience and their ability to overcome adversity in France. “As a Springbok, you always believe...

'Everyone's a candidate': Rugby Australia would consider Foster for Wallabies

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Rugby Australia is prepared to canvas a variety of options as they search for a new Wallabies coach, with chief executive Phil Waugh indicating the governing body would happily speak with outgoing...

Men’s Rugby World Cup 2023 – the numbers game

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

We take a closer look at the stats behind some of the best individual performances during the tournament in France. All manner of records were broken at Rugby World Cup 2023, culminating in South Africa...

Warren Gatland says it's time to step back from the Lions and he wants Andy Farrell to be his successor

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

As a New Zealander, the British and Irish Lions have always held a special place in my heart. As a player it was one of my career highlights to face them during their tour of New Zealand in 1993 for Waikato....

On this day in 2011: Graham Henry steps down as New Zealand coach

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

The announcement came eight days after the All Blacks lifted the Webb Ellis Cup on home soil. World Cup-winning coach Graham Henry stepped down from his role in charge of New Zealand on this day in 2011. The...

TITLE-WINNING SCOTLAND RECEIVE BOOST IN WORLD RUGBY WOMEN’S RANKINGS

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

WXV 2 and WXV 3 came to a dramatic conclusion at the weekend with Scotland and Ireland taking their respective titles by the narrowest of margins, while there was a shock in WXV 1 as Australia defeated...

New Zealand captain Sam Cane feeling ‘so much hurt’ after World Cup final defeat

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Cane’s yellow card for a dangerous tackle on Jesse Kriel in the 28th minute of a dramatic clash at the Stade de France was upgraded to red. New Zealand captain Sam Cane admitted he was feeling “so...

South Africa thanked, Trophy Tour explained

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Mr. Mark Alexander, President of the South African Rugby Union, passed on the Springboks' heartfelt gratitude to all South Africans for the overwhelming support and passion showered upon the team throughout...

Rugby World Cup 2023 will leave a legacy of harmony, growth and sustainable responsibility

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

As the 10th edition concluded in style with an historic fourth title clinched by South Africa, Rugby World Cup 2023 has set new standards on and off the pitch for the men’s showcase events leaving...

South Africa stars on the ‘never-say-die attitude’ behind World Cup success

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Springboks won all three knockout matches by just one point. South Africa’s victory over New Zealand in the World Cup final was forged in their national psyche, according to some of the stars...