Top Performers: Perpignan vs Newcastle Falcons
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyDespite Perpignan entring the half-time break with a 13-9 lead, Newcaslte Falcons managed put on an attacking masterclass in the second half ending their winless streak in the Challenge Cup: Here are our...
Leicester vs Leinster: A look at the numbers
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe third round in the Champions cup saw a mammoth clash between last seasons finalists Leinster and Premiership rugby giants Leicester Tigers. The men from Ireland would put on an extremely spirited...
Ojomoh and Gallagher brought in to face Stade Toulousain
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyReady for their biggest challenge in Europe so far, Bath Rugby head to Toulouse this weekend to face the champions of France's Top 14 league. Fresh from his call-up to England's Six Nations squad,...
Team news: Falcons side for Perpignan trip
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyNewcastle Falcons have named their side for Sunday’s EPCR Challenge Cup trip to French club, Perpignan. England Under-20s back Ben Redshaw comes in for the 1pm UK-time kick-off at Stade Aime Giral,...
Steve Diamond joins Newcastle Falcons
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyNewcastle Falcons have announced the appointment of Steve Diamond as consultant director of rugby. The vastly-experienced Lancastrian will take up his new role next month, with current head coach...
Exeter boss backing ‘calm character’ Immanuel Feyi-Waboso to thrive with England
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyChiefs wing is pushing hard for England Six Nations selection. Exeter boss Rob Baxter has backed “calm character” Immanuel Feyi-Waboso to make the most of his opportunity with England. The...
Snowsill: Allianz Premiership Womens Rugby stars forging the way for inaugural Lions squad
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Bristol Bears and Wales fly-half Elinor Snowsill is confident Allianz Premiership Women’s Rugby home nation stars will be at forefront of the newly formed British & Irish Lions women’s...
Additional fixtures announced in Bath Rugby calendar
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyBath Rugby is pleased to confirm TWO additional fixtures in the club’s calendar, welcoming Gloucester Rugby and Leinster Rugby to The Rec. Seeing a replay of what is one of Bath Rugby’s...
On this day 2004: World Cup winner Martin Johnson announces England retirement
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyCaptain Johnson led England to their World Cup triumph in Australia the previous November. England’s World Cup-winning captain Martin Johnson announced his retirement from international rugby as...
Premiership Women's Rugby Team of the week
10 months ago by Premiership Women's RugbyAfter the conclusion of round 8 in the Premiership Women's Rugby, a number of performances stood out. We bring you the best performers in round 8. Saracens dominated the list, with five names, making up...
