Super Rugby Countdown: 23 Past Winners
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWith just 23 days left until the new Super Rugby season kicks off, we take a look at the 23 clubs who lifted the trophy since the competition's inception in 1993. 1996 Blues The...
Etzebeth named SA Rugby Player of the Year for 2022
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok centurion Eben Etzebeth has been voted SA Rugby’s Player of the Year for 2022 following a string of excellent performances by the experienced lock last year, while Canan Moodie won the...
URC - Round 13 Wrap Up
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTHE SECRET TO SMITH’S SUCCESS Franco Smith continues to work his magic with Glasgow Warriors who extended their unbeaten run in all competitions to nine matches with a 42-28 bonus point victory...
Sharks fly SA flag on tough weekend of Vodacom URC action
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Cell C Sharks were the only South African side to register a victory in a disappointing round of matches for the domestic Vodacom United Rugby Championship teams, but despite this, three of the four...
Rising Ruan
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Scarlets will have to beware the rising threat of Vodacom Bulls skipper Ruan Nortje when they welcome the visitors from Pretoria to west Wales on Friday evening. Second row Nortje, who stands 6ft...
Bulls secure Jannes Kirsten’s signature
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Vodacom Bulls are happy to announce the signing of Premiership and Champions Cup winner, Jannes Kirsten. The multifaceted forward will join the Pretoria-based Vodacom Bulls from 1 July 2023 with his...
Scarlets team to play Vodacom Bulls
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAaron Shingler takes over the captain’s armband as the Scarlets return to BKT United Rugby Championship action against the Vodacom Bulls on Friday night (19:35; BBC Wales & Viaplay). With Jonathan...
DHL Stormers coach Dobson on the delights of touring
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJohn Dobson is delighted with the challenge of the BKT United Rugby Championship, and that delight is not exclusive to the on-field battles. Dobson is loving the cultural experience that so few get to...
What the stats say ahead of the Vodacom Bulls and Scarlets clash
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 2022/23 Vodacom United Rugby Championship action returns this weekend as the focus now turns to see what Round 13 will have to offer. It all begins with Friday night lights kicks off which will see...
Anayi: South African Entry Has Strengthened URC & Europe
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIt’s been a pretty eventful eight years since Martin Anayi took over as chief executive of what is now the BKT United Rugby Championship. “It’s eight years and three children for me!”...
