EPCR round of 16 referee appointments
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyWith the knockout stages of European club rugby set to further intensify this weekend, EPCR can announce the referee appointments for the Heineken Champions Cup Round of 16 2nd leg fixtures as well as...
Six Nations record-breaker Lamaro living for the moment in Italian Rugby
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyAs far as Michele Lamaro is concerned, the future has already arrived for Italian rugby. The inspirational flanker has just captained the Azzurri to their best ever Six Nations campaign, with wins over...
Onisi Ratave remains a Benetton Lion
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyBenetton Rugby locks down its left wing for another two years. The green and white franchise is pleased to announce the contract renewal of Onisi Ratave until 30 June 2026 . The Fijian...
Scarlets sign Cheetahs hooker Marnus van der Merwe
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyScarlets are delighted to confirm the signing of Toyota Cheetahs hooker Marnus van der Merwe ahead of the 2024-25 season. The 27-year-old has been earning rave reviews in South Africa and was...
Huw Jones is staying at Scotstoun
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyGlasgow Warriors have made a statement of intent by retaining the services of one of the northern hemisphere’s most dangerous attackers in the face of significant competition, after Huw Jones...
Courtney Lawes to leave Northampton Saints
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter 17 seasons at Northampton Saints, Courtney Lawes will depart the Club at the conclusion of the 2023/24 campaign after electing to finish his illustrious career with one final adventure overseas at...
Dan McFarland departs Ulster Rugby
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyDan McFarland has stepped down as head coach of Ulster with immediate effect, with Ireland U20 coach Richie Murphy set to take charge on an interim basis after the Six Nations. McFarland leaves after...
Northampton Saints confirm new contracts for coaching team
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyNorthampton Saints today announce that Director of Rugby, Phil Dowson, and Head Coach, Sam Vesty, have both committed their futures to the Club by extending their contracts. The duo led Saints to a Gallagher...
Ospreys boss Lance Bradley on the search for a new home and why he feels the BKT URC is a “cracking league”
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyLance Bradley is a man on a mission to usher in a successful new era for the Ospreys both on and off the field. The former Gloucester boss has only been in position as chief executive...
Vodacom URC goes “back to school” with Origins Rounds
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyVodacom United Rugby Championship teams will be sporting their school or club colours in a unique start to the second half of the competition this weekend, in the first of two special Origin Rounds rounds...
