Farrell guides Saracens into Champions Cup final
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyMichael Rhodes and Billy Vunipola scored tries but Owen Farrell's 22 points from the tee were key for Saracens against Munster. Owen Farrell's trusty boot propelled Saracens to a 32-16...
Azema signs new Clermont contract
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFranck Azema will become the longest-serving coach in Clermont Auvergne's history if he sees out a new deal until 2023. Franck Azema has signed a new contract to remain as Clermont Auvergne's...
Munster aim to overcome Champions Cup semi-final sticking point
7 years ago by The Guardian• Munster have lost past six at this stage in the cup• Saracens’ Mako Vunipola fit for Ricoh Arena semi-finalThe last time Saracens won the European Champions Cup, in 2017, they defeated Glasgow...
The Breakdown | Return of the flamboyant fly-half: daring No 10s are back in fashion
7 years ago by The GuardianAn outside-half who poses an attacking threat is once more a premium product and the Champions Cup semis will provide a fascinating contrast in stylesIt has been a season when No 10s have come back in...
Toulouse to wear jerseys featuring image of Notre Dame
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyToulouse players will wear a jersey featuring an image of Notre Dame in Sunday's European Champions Cup semi-final against Leinster, the Top 14 club have announced. A major fire engulfed...
Dan Davis signs first professional contract with Scarlets
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyDan Davis, one of Welsh rugby’s rising back-row talents, has signed his first professional contract with the Scarlets. The 20-year-old openside has enjoyed a breakthrough season for the...
Scarlets confirm four departees
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Scarlets have confirmed that four members of the current squad will be leaving at the end of the 2018-19 season. The four are back-rower Will Boyde, second rows David Bulbring and...
Rennie ends Wallabies speculation by signing new Glasgow deal
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyDave Rennie has been linked with the Australia job, but the New Zealander will spend at least one more season with Glasgow. Glasgow Warriors head coach Dave Rennie has signed...
Ireland captain Best hopeful ankle injury is not season-ending
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland captain Rory Best is hopeful an ankle injury sustained in Ulster's European Champions Cup quarter-final defeat to Leinster will not end his season. Best was on crutches and wearing...
Terrific Toulouse edge out Racing despite Holmes red
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyToulouse played almost an hour with 14 men but were still able to beat Racing 92 in a magnificent European Champions Cup quarter-final. Top 14 leaders Toulouse produced a magnificent...
