Bleak Vodacom URC weekend for South Africa
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyDifficult conditions, a lack of discipline and a little bit of unluckiness were part of the mix as all four South African teams came up short in the fifth round of the Vodacom United Rugby Championship...
Cai Evans reflects on dream year ahead of BKT URC battle with former teammates
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIt’s been a very eventful year in the life of Cai Evans as his rugby dreams have come true. The young utility back was a bolter selection in Wales’ World Cup training squad and...
Irish international returns to Connacht starting 15
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIrish international prop Finlay Bealham returns as Connacht make eight changes to last week's side as they take on the Hollywoodbet Sharks this Saturday in Durban (k/o 3pm Irish time). There are two changes...
Sharks welcome back Lukhanyo Am!
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok centre Lukhanyo Am has been selected for Saturday’s Vodacom United Rugby Championship clash against Connacht at Hollywoodbets Kings Park in the team’s first home game of the season. Am...
Excitement mounts as Japan prepares to host Asian qualifier for 2024 Olympics
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEight men’s and seven women’s teams are making their way to Osaka ready to compete for a place at the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at this weekend’s Asia Rugby qualification tournament. In...
Three more years for Dillyn Leyds!
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe South African winger, capable of also playing at full-back or at midfield - and even scoring -, recently extended his commitment with the Club for three more seasons! Arriving in the 2020 off-season,...
George North approaches Provence Rugby - reports
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCurrently second in Pro D2, Provence Rugby is also very active on the transfer market and is working hard to secure the services of Welsh star, George North. The Aix leaders want the great dynamic launched...
Belfast holds key to Emirates Lions hot streak
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter a rough start to the season, the unheralded Emirates Lions have rediscovered their roar and are licking their lips at the prospect of returning to South Africa with the prize scalp of Ulster in Belfast. Winless...
Sharks suffer front-row Bok duo loss
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe light that was at the end of the tunnel in terms of returning cavalry for the beleaguered Hollywoodbets Sharks has turned out to be a bit of a mirage with the confirmation that two key Springboks...
The Bulls eying Edinburgh's scalp on final match on tour
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Vodacom Bulls are eyeing the scalp of their round 5 hosts, Edinburgh as the South Africans look to complete their European travels with another successful showing in the 2023/24 Vodacom United Rugby...
