Leon MacDonald leaves Crusaders backline role and signs new two-year deal with Tasman
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLeon MacDonald will take on a different coaching role with the Crusaders in 2018, when he steps aside as the Assistant Backs Coach. It was expected MacDonald would focus solely on his Crusaders...
Saints and sinners: The weekend’s talking points
9 years ago by Rugby WorldHenry Slade shines as Chiefs power on, Nathan Hughes's act of kindness, Finn Russell's perfect 16, Matt Banahan chasing a record and Barrett-esque magic from Henry Trinder Flying Saint: Ahsee Tuala...
Exeter’s Henry Slade displays true quality in victory over Wasps
9 years ago by The Guardian• Exeter Chiefs 31-17 Wasps• Exeter stand two points clear at top of PremiershipAnyone who assumed Exeter would inevitably slip back into the chasing pack this autumn is forgetting what made the Chiefs...
Aviva Premiership - Team of the Weekend
9 years ago by Ultimate Rugby1. Mako Vunipola Vunipola's work rate for the hour he was on the field against Sale was top notch as Saracens racked up a strong win over Sale. Mako made 40 metres going forward, making 12 carries...
England name 33-man training camp squad
9 years ago by England RugbyEngland Head Coach Eddie Jones has selected 33 players that will take part in a three-day training camp in Oxford at the end of the week. Eddie Jones said: “This camp in Oxford is a really...
2018 Super Rugby Fixtures Announced
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe SANZAAR Executive Committee (Exco) has confirmed its commitment to Super Rugby and has released the match schedule for the restructured 2018 Super Rugby tournament. As announced in April...
Worcester Warriors sign Jono Kitto on a short-term deal
9 years ago by Warriors RugbyWorcester Warriors have announced the signing of scrum-half Jono Kitto on a short-term loan deal from Leicester Tigers, who joins the Club with immediate effect. With number nines Luke Baldwin...
Weekend Round Up
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyMatt Todd, Patrick Tuipulotu, and Jerome Kaino return to All Blacks as Argentina traveling squad named. Six players will stay home from Argentina and join the squad in South Africa. They...
Aviva Premiership - Team of the Weekend
9 years ago by Ultimate Rugby1. Ellis Genge The Leicester loose-head put in another incredible performance for his side this weekend. He made an impressive 11 carries, beating three defenders and wreaking havoc amongst...
Wednesday Morning Round Up
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTevita Kuridrani re-signs with Brumbies Wallabies centre Tevita Kuridrani has re-signed with Australian Rugby, committing to a two-year deal with the ARU and the Brumbies until the end of 2019. Full...
