Japan Rugby League One Round Nine Official Preview
1 day ago by Ultimate RugbyIs this the biggest test? League leaders, Saitama Wild Knights, might be unbeaten this season, and the winners of 71 matches from 82 outings since Japan Rugby League One inaugurated five years ago, but...
Super Rugby Pacific expands awards program for 2026
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbySuper Rugby Pacific will introduce two new major accolades to the end-of-season awards program in 2026, with Rookie of the Year and a Team of the Year to be presented alongside the competition’s...
Tries Galore in Japan Rugby League One
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer All Blacks, (Canterbury) Crusaders and Kobelco Kobe Steelers coach Wayne Smith once likened JapanRugby League One to the early era of Super Rugby where free-scoring and high match scores were the...
Brotherhood Over Blame: All Blacks Defend Savea at Super Rugby Launch
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyAt the 2026 Super Rugby launch, the shadow of Scott Robertson’s departure loomed large, but senior All Blacks were quick to shift the focus toward internal solidarity. Patrick Tuipulotu and Codie...
“Definitely no revolt” – Kirk on Robertson’s All Blacks Exit
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyNZ Rugby chairman David Kirk has denied claims of a player revolt over Scott Robertson’s departure as All Blacks coach. He confirmed feedback was gathered from players, including Ardie Savea, but...
Japan Rugby League One Round Four Official Preview
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyShizuoka BlueRevs might have won just once in the opening three rounds, but the side led by Springbok KwaggaSmith are not to be underrated, and their next opponent, Saitama Wild Knights, certainly won’t...
Savea shines in New Zealand Rugby Awards
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyArdie Savea’s dominant performances across the rugby season have been reflected in the New Zealand Rugby Awards, with the 32-year-old acknowledged as the best player in the country in 2025. In...
Japan Rugby League One 2025-26 Season Preview
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Stories within ‘The Story’ Richie Mo’unga for the title hattrick? Is this Dave Rennie’s time? A new boss at the Wild Knights? Will Mark Teleabe the new Joseph Manu? Can Valynce...
New Zealand player ratings as they fall against England
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland claimed their first victory over New Zealand at Twickenham since 2012 as Steve Borthwick's side continued their incredible form with a 33-19 win. They had to weather a late storm,...
New Zealand's Robertson eyeing Grand Slam glory ahead of England test
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand head coach Scott Robertson is confident he can lead his team to a Grand Slam tour this autumn ahead of their showdown with England this weekend. The All Blacks have won both their games...
