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All the lineups for the opening weekend of the 2021 Rugby World Cup

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The teams for the opening weekend of the 2021 Rugby World Cup in New Zealand.   TEAM NEWS HEADLINES   South Africa v France   Zenay Jordaan will become South Africa’s...

South Africa Dance and Sing their way to the Rugby World Cup!

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

A look at some of the rituals that some of the great rugby teams in the world as we build towards the world cup. Here's how South Africa Women love to come together with singing and dancing.    

Sophie de Goede follows parents' footsteps captaining Canada

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Sophie de Goede follows in her parents' footsteps by captaining Canada in a Rugby World Cup.   She has been named at no.8 by coach Kevin Rouet for Canada's opening Rugby World Cup 2021...

Fijiana's final chance to impress before RWC2021!

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Fijiana are amongst the most committed people in the sport, some travel for hours a day to train with their teammates, and ahead of the RWC 2021 the team heads out for its final chance to impress before...

Wallaroos side named for opening match at RWC

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

After a stellar season, Aussie Sevens star Sharni Williams returns to the Wallaroos for her fourth Rugby World Cup, starting at centre in the opener against New Zealand on Saturday at Eden Park.Playing...

Black Ferns named for Rugby World Cup opener

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Black Ferns team to play in their opening match of Rugby World Cup 2021, in front of a record-breaking crowd, has been named. The match is the third in a triple-header opening day at Eden Park, kicking...

"One of the Greatest Athletes on the Planet!" | Portia Woodman

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

New Zealand will be the blockbuster matchup on week 1 of the Rugby World Cup 2021, as they take on near neighbours Australia. One of the players to watch out for is Portia Woodman, her try scoring ability...

Wayne Barnes to set new Test record this November

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

England’s Wayne Barnes is set to make history when he takes charge of his 100th and 101st tests during the November international window.   Barnes, who made his debut in Fiji in June 2006,...