Debutant Jantjies inspires Springboks to bonus point victory
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa debutant Herschel Jantjies did his World Cup chances no harm as he scored two tries in a dominant 35-17 win over Australia. Herschel Jantjies starred with two tries...
Huge battle up front and a fast finish? Dissecting of the Springboks and Wallabies line ups
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springboks and Wallabies face off at Ellis Park for the first time in almost 11 years with the Wallabies going in search of their first win at the iconic stadium since 1963. Saturday's test...
White and Slipper start on their returns to test rugby
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWallabies coach Michael Cheika has confirmed his side for their opening Test of 2019 against South Africa, with Isi Naisarani named for his debut. The Melbourne Rebels backrower is set to become...
The Waratahs confirm Bernard Foley's departure
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Waratahs have confirmed that Wallabies playmaker Bernard Foley will head overseas after the Rugby World Cup in Japan, though his destination still remains a mystery. The flyhalf has spent...
Christian Lealiifano named in the first Wallabies squad of the year
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBrumbies veteran Christian Lealiifano has been named in the Qantas Wallabies first squad of 2019, after Michael Cheika and the Australian Test selectors confirmed a 34-man squad for the Test against South...
James O'Connor to make a late bid for a Rugby World Cup place - reports
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Wallabies utility back James O’Connor is reportedly in talks for a shock re-call to the Wallabies squad ahead of the Rugby World Cup in Japan. A report in The Australian states that Rugby...
The Tongan Thor Set To Become Australia's Million Dollar Prop
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWallabies and Queensland Reds' prop The 'Tongan Thor' Taniela Tupou is in talks with Rugby Australia, are reportedly offering the front ranker a long-term deal that will make him the highest-paid prop...
Lions' slender Waratahs success boosts play-off hopes
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Lions' moved into a Super Rugby play-off berth with a narrow 29-28 success over the Waratahs in Johannesburg. Shaun Reynolds kicked a decisive penalty with 12 minutes to go...
Bulls pass Waratahs test to top South African Conference
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Bulls were given a big test by the Waratahs, but came through it courtesy of Simphiwe Matanzima's try. imphiwe Matanzima scored the decisive try as the Bulls beat the Waratahs 28-21 to go...
Jordie Barrett stars in Chiefs hammering, Sharks end wait for win in Sydney
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJordie Barrett scored two tries and laid on another in an emphatic win for the Hurricanes and the Sharks made a great start to their tour. Jordie Barrett sparkled on his return...
