Wales finish bottom of Six Nations as Italy win in Cardiff
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWales suffered the ignominy of a first Six Nations wooden spoon since 2003 after Italy posted a 24-21 victory over them in Cardiff. Not even George North’s farewell appearance before international...
Wales vs Italy: The standout performers
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbyFor the first time in well over five years, a team other than Italy will lift the 6Nations wooden spoon after Italy's spirited showing against Wales, saw them claim a hard fought 24-21 victory at the principality...
One of a kind George will be missed
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbyCareers like the one George North has had don’t get handed to you. You have to earn them. He burst onto the international scene with a bang. If the wider rugby world wasn’t familiar...
Wales vs Italy: Key Moments
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter an error ridden start to the match from Wales, the Italians capatlised and went into half time leading 11-0. Despite a better second half performance from Wales, as well as a try in over time from...
Great teams are built on difficult moments
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbyPerhaps more than any other edition, the 110th 'Le Crunch' will decide whether or not France have succeeded this Championship. It feels like a long time ago now that France kicked off their...
Match Preview: France V England
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbyLe Crunch is always among the most anticipated fixtures of the Guinness Men’s Six Nations and Saturday’s clash in Lyon has all the ingredients for another classic. Two old rivals,...
World Rugby Men's Rankings preview: 16-17 March, 2024
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has published the ranking permutations for the final rounds of the Guinness Men's Six Nations and Rugby Europe Men's Championship this weekend. Permutation highlights: Ireland will drop...
Italrugby name the XV for the match against Wales
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbyTechnical Commissioner of the Italian National Men's Rugby Team, Gonzalo Quesada, has revealed the line-up to face Wales at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff on Saturday 16 March at 2.15pm local...
France take rare selection step for England
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbyFrance have kept faith with the side that defeated Wales in their previous Six Nations clash as they prepare to welcome England on ‘Super Saturday’. Head coach Fabien Galthie has taken the...
I’ve loved it – George North reflects on living Wales ‘dream’ after calling time
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWales star George North fought back tears as he reflected on an international career that saw him “live a dream”. The 31-year-old has announced that he will retire from Test rugby after Saturday’s...