All Blacks star Barrett re-signs with NZR and Crusaders
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks star and Crusaders captain Scott Barrett re-signed with New Zealand Rugby (NZR) and the Super Rugby side until 2023. Barrett's recommitment to NZR runs through to the...
Ben Smith responds to speculation over Highlanders return
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBen Smith says he will be no more than a spectator when the Super Rugby Aotearoa gets under way next month. Former New Zealand full-back Ben Smith has denied speculation that he will rejoin...
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6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby confirm dates and schedule for Kiwi Super Rugby Aotearoa competition: Super Rugby Aotearoa will kick off next month following today’s announcement that the country...
Five Youngsters To Watch During Super Rugby Aotearoa - Backs
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbySuper Rugby Aotearoa is set to be the first rugby to hit our screens since the global pandemic stalled rugby competitions world wide. With the Aotearoa (New Zeland) version set to kick...
The Breakdown | From Aaron Cruden to Ma'a Nonu: are big-money rugby signings worth it?
6 years ago by The GuardianHigh-profile signings in France and beyond have been driven by owners rather than coaches, but Covid-19 may change that“We hoped for something else.” The words spoken by the Montpellier owner, Mohed...
Warriors Sign Joe Batley
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBristol Bears second-rower Joe Batley has signed a one-year deal for Warriors and will join the club on 1 July. The 23 year old, who is also a useful loose-forward, joins Wasps fly-half Billy...
Hadleigh Parkes one seven confirmed departures for Scarlets
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Scarlets have revealed the full list of departures for the 2020/21 season. Head coach Brad Mooar, forwards coach Ioan Cunningham and eight members of the playing squad are to leave...
Where are they now? The 2016 Super Rugby winning Hurricanes Team
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFollowing the Rugby World Cup in England in 2015, The Hurricanes won their first championship after repeating their efforts of 2015 by finishing first in the regular season and hosting the...
Ben Smith set to follow Nehe Milner-Skudder in signing for the Highlanders for Super Rugby Aotearoa
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Highlanders could welcome yet another World Cup winner and legend of the Super Rugby franchise with Ben Smith reportedly in talks to join the side for Super Rugby Aotearoa. The Highlanders...
Super Rugby Aotearoa Big Match-Ups - Ioane v Cruden
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe first round of Super Rugby Aotearoa is set to get underway on 13 June with the first game offering a mouth-watering personal clash between fly-halves Josh Ioane and Aaron Cruden, of the Highlanders...
