wales

Van der Merwe’s ambition burning brightly as he takes on Springboks great

9 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Scarlets hooker Marnus van der Merwe will have the perfect opportunity to press his case for a Springboks call-up when he takes on the Hollywoodbets Sharks in Durban this weekend.   That will...

Change in Japan's League One Eligibility Rules

9 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Chief operating officer Hajime Shoji says Japan Rugby League One remains ‘open for business' as a premier destination for international players after this week’s adjustment around it’s...

Scarlets stun the Lions | Winners and Losers

9 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Scarlets leave Johannesburg with 5 log points and move into sixth on the table. Balir Murray scored a brace and both Taine Plumtree and Johnny Williams touched down in their 19-32 win over the Lions....

Full URC Preview

9 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Hollywoodbets Sharks v Ospreys, 6pm, Friday   Wales captain Jac Morgan says it’s “a massive honour” to have achieved “the pinnacle” of selection for the British &...

British & Irish Lions Omitted XV

9 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Andy Farrell names his 38 man squad to tour Australia for the 2025 British & Irish Lions tour, here is our 15 that have missed out and should keep themselves 'available'   Nicky Smith - Wales Jamie...

British & Irish Lions Squad Announced

9 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The eyes of the rugby world fell upon the O2 arena in London, England where Ieuan Evans (B&I Lions Chair and Tour Manager) along with head coach Andy Farrell announced the touring squad for the...

Mayanavanua to depart Northampton Saints at end of 2024/25 season

9 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Northampton Saints can today confirm that Temo Mayanavanua will depart the Club at the end of the 2024/25 season to return home and pursue a playing opportunity in Fiji.       The lock...

Waratahs Captain Jake Gordon Re-Commits to Australian Rugby for Two More Years

9 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The NSW Waratahs and Rugby Australia are pleased to confirm Jake Gordon has re-signed for a further two years, making him the latest Wallaby to re-commit until at least the home Rugby World Cup in 2027.   Born...

Kemsley Mathias signs new Scarlets contract

9 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wales international prop Kemsley Mathias has become the latest home-grown player to commit to the Scarlets.   The 25-year-old Pembrokeshire loose-head has signed a new deal to stay at Parc y Scarlets...

URC Round 16 Preview

9 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Cardiff Rugby v Munster Rugby, 7.35pm, Friday   James Botham says Cardiff will have to produce their best performance of the season to come out on top in their huge clash with play-off rivals Munster.   The...