Welsh rugby still has deep-rooted issues that need to be sorted – Alun Wyn Jones
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 38-year-old announced his international retirement in May as the world’s most capped player with 170 appearances. Alun Wyn Jones hopes Wales making the last eight of the Rugby World Cup in France...
England wing Jonny May retires from Test rugby
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 33-year-old scored 36 tries in 78 internationals, putting him second behind Rory Underwood on England's list of all-time leading try scorers. "Words can't describe the journey that I've been on so...
Jamie George demands ‘clarity’ over hybrid contracts for England players
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe RFU wants to tie 25 players to the deals that will give Steve Borthwick greater control over frontline members of his squad. Jamie George has urged the Rugby Football Union to give England players...
Saints name side for Newcastle trip
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyPhil Dowson has named his Northampton Saints side to travel to Newcastle Falcons, with the men in Black, Green and Gold heading to Kingston Park in the Gallagher Premiership on Sunday (29 October,...
Sale Sharks look to make it Three wins in as many games
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAlex Sanderson has made three changes to his Sharks line-up to face Exeter Chiefs on Saturday (3pm KO) as veteran Ross Harrison replaces Si McIntyre in the front row, while Nathan Langdon makes...
Harlequins have made three changes to face Bears
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHarlequins have made three changes to its matchday squad for Saturday's Gallagher Premiership fixture against Bristol Bears at Ashton Gate (KO 14:30 - live on PRTV). Academy graduates Lennox Anyanwu...
Freddie Clarke: Depth of Gloucester squad showing in unbeaten start, says flanker
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe depth within the Gloucester squad this season is greater than it has ever been, says flanker Freddie Clarke. The Cherry and Whites are unbeaten after seven games in all competitions so far in the...
Hugh tizard is excited to make his return to action on friday as the men in black head to gloucester looking to kickstart their gallagher premiership campaign.
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe second-rower is back after recovering from a foot injury, and provides a welcome boost to the pack ahead of the tough assignment at Kingsholm under the floodlights. Director of Rugby Mark McCall has...
Cherry & Whites team for Saracens under the lights
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyDirector of Rugby, George Skivington, has named his matchday squad for Gloucester Rugby's second home fixture of the season, when they welcome Saracens to Kingsholm tomorrow evening. The fixture kicks...
On this day in 2018 – Christian Wade quits rugby in bid to launch NFL career
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe then 27-year-old left Wasps but returned to rugby with Racing 92 in 2022 after failing to make the Buffalo Bills roster. Former England winger Christian Wade announced his retirement from rugby union...
