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World Rugby Rankings Revealed!

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ireland leapfrog France into first after an incredible test series win against the All Blacks in Wellington while the Springboks and England hold steady after victories over Wales and the Wallabies respectively!  

All Black legend slams imminent review of NZ vs IRE series

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

A dark cloud hangs over New Zealand rugby in the wake of Ireland’s series defeat of the All Blacks on Saturday with possibly large consequences in store for some players and coaching staff.    The...

Ireland replace France at top of World Rugby Men’s Rankings

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

France’s reign as the world’s number one team has only lasted a week with Ireland replacing Les Bleus at the top of the World Rugby Men’s Rankings.     Saturday’s...

Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022 line-up confirmed in Bucharest

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The full 40-team line-up for Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022 has now been confirmed, following an enthralling weekend of action in Bucharest.     Eight tickets to Cape Town – four...

New Zealand Rugby order snap review for under fire Foster

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ian Foster's role as the head coach of the All Blacks is in doubt.   Following the series loss to Ireland, New Zealand Rugby launched an urgent review after cancelling a planned press...

CLASSY TOUCH: Eben Etzebeth's fiancée sings national anthem in his 100th test

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Saturday's deciding test match between South Africa and Wales was a particularly special occasion for Eben Etzebeth.   The South African second rower notched up 100 test caps for his country becoming...

'It hurts': Wallabies reflect after tough series defeat

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wallabies coach Dave Rennie and captain Michael Hooper could barely hide the hurt after going down to England 21-17 at the SCG. The hosts started strong and created more than enough opportunities to build...

Foster avoids questions over his future after Ireland series defeat

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

New Zealand have now lost four of their last five matches, with many questioning whether head coach Ian Foster should continue in charge.     New Zealand head coach Ian Foster...

Losing wasn’t an option, says Nienaber

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber admitted that the thought of defeat couldn’t be entertained in the build-up to his team’s 30-14 victory over Wales at the DHL Stadium in Cape Town in the final...