Fabien Galthie drops Damian Penaud and other big names
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyFabien Galthie has named his squad for the 2026 Six Nations and has dropped Damian Penaud, Gregory Alldritt and Gael Fickou from the side. There are 42 players in total as they prepare to face Ireland...
Relentless, 11-try Toulouse send emphatic message
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyToulouse bounce straight back from last week’s disappointment in impressive fashion to book their spot in the Round of 16. A late first-half scuffle meant both were men down at the restart. After...
France 48-33 Australia: Depoortere and Bielle-Biarrey cross twice as tourists finish winless
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAustralia's tour of Europe ended with four defeats in as many Tests as they went down 48-33 to France, with Nicolas Depoortere and Louis Bielle-Biarrey scoring two tries apiece. The Wallabies arrived...
Springbok Lood de Jager loses appeal against red card
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa lock Lood de Jager has lost his appeal against a four-match suspension following his red card against France in the Springboks' 32-17 win in Paris on 8 November. De Jager was sent off in...
Wallabies vs. France: Key player matchups
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Test match between Australia and France features several fascinating direct clashes that could determine the flow and eventual outcome of the game. With Australia opting for a blend of youth and experience,...
France Squad Shake-Up: Winners And Losers
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyFrance coach Fabien Galthié has unveiled his lineup for Saturday’s clash against Fiji, and it features several notable changes from the side that faced South Africa earlier this month. With...
Four match ban for Lood de Jager
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok lock Lood de Jager has been suspended for four matches following his red card during South Africa’s 32-17 victory over France in Paris last weekend. The 32-year-old was sent off in the...
Proud Kolisi says Boks come first on Saturday
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbySiya Kolisi said on Friday he was thrilled about becoming the ninth player in Springbok history to earn 100 Test caps, and while the Bok captain thanked all the role players in his journey to get him to...
Winners and Losers from France’s Selection to Face South Africa
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyFabien Galthié has made his intentions clear with a bold France lineup to face the Springboks. The squad reveals not just who has earned the coach’s trust, but also who has fallen down the...
Toulon v Toulouse | 11 Key Moments
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbyToulon brought a big game to the big stage as they put a performance on to make their home fans happy. They ultimately lost but pressured Toulouse from minute one and took the points when it mattered....