Six Nations Countdown: Four players who debuted at the age of 18
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAs the countdown to the kick off of the 2023 Six Nations continues, we find ourselves just 18 days out from the action. Today we take a look at four players who made their championship debuts at the tender...
Blitzboks have to adapt quickly in New Zealand
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springbok Sevens will not only have to cope with the time difference and massive home support but also blending in a raft of new players at HSBC New Zealand Sevens in Hamilton this weekend. These...
Malherbe extends Stormers legacy
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyExperienced tighthead prop Frans Malherbe has signed a three-year contract extension to continue his considerable legacy as a DHL Stormer. The World Cup winner has only ever played for...
Pool stage ramps up with knockout stage spots secured
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySeven teams bagged their places in the EPCR Challenge Cup knockout stage amid an enthralling Round 3 last weekend. Cardiff Rugby, RC Toulon, Connacht Rugby, Bristol Bears, Glasgow Warriors,...
‘Still a lot to play for’ after Sharks book Round of 16 spot
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySharks director of rugby Neil Powell has urged his side to push for another victory in Round 4 of the Heineken Champions Cup after they became the first South African side to secure a knockout stage...
Champions Cup Round of 16 places secured as pool stage heats up
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRound 3 of the Heineken Champions Cup produced some exhilarating encounters last weekend as eight teams secured their places in the knockout stage with a game to spare. Leinster Rugby, Cell...
Jono Gibbes and Clermont to part ways
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyASM Clermont Auvergne club president, Jean-Michel Guillon, has shown head coach Jono Gibbes the door. Clermont’s form of late has not impressed Guillon who appears to feel that the road...
Rugby Australia announces change to Head Coach position
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRugby Australia has signed Eddie Jones to be the Head Coach of the Wallabies, as well as overseeing the Wallaroos, on a long-term deal until 2027.Jones previously coached the Wallabies from 2001 to 2005,...
Match Report: Stormers see off 13-man London Irish
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyStomers secured their second win in Heineken Champions Cup Pool B as they cruised to a 0-0 victory at 13-man London Irish on Sunday. The South African outfit made it back-to-back victories...
Match Report: Halfpenny penalty secures Scarlets’ Round of 16 berth
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA 64th minute Leigh Halfpenny penalty was the deciding factor as Scarlets secured a 20-17 victory over Toyota Cheetahs in Pool B of the EPCR Challenge Cup on Friday night – earning a place in the...
