Highs and highs of Steve Hansen's All Blacks reign
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWith Steve Hansen announcing his intention to step down from the New Zealand job next year, we run through his career highlights. Steve Hansen has announced...
Dan Carter dominates as Steelers advance to semi-finals in Japan's Top League playoffs
7 years ago by Rugby DumpDan Carter put in a timeless performance over the weekend as the Kobe Kobelco Steelers dismantled the Ricoh Black Rams 63-27 to advance to the Japan Top League semi-finals.
Top League Highlights: Kobe Kobelco Steelers v Ricoh Black Rams
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyDan Carter stepped up to the plate for Kobe Kobelco Steelers as they head into the semi-finals after thrashing Ricoh Black Rams 63-27. The former All Black scored 28 points for his side with Fraser Anderson...
Top League Wrap Up: Giteau and Carter star in quarter final wins
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyMatt Giteau's boot helps Sungoliath knock Frans Ludeke's Kubota Spears out Kwagga Smith scores as Yamaha Jubilo beat Shining Arcs Dan Carter scores 28 points as Wayne Smith's Kobe Kobelco...
Dan Carter backs Japan to reach RWC knockouts
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Cup-winning flyhalf legend Dan Carter has tipped Japan to go through the Pool stages of the World Cup and reach the knockout stages next year - and warned favourites New Zealand will not have...
Four Classic England vs New Zealand Tests At Twickenham
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland and New Zealand have had a few memorable matches at Twickenham through the years and we thought we would bring touch on four of the best encounters. The Red Roses do not have a...
French Giant opens bidding for Kieran Read - reports
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyKieran Read confirmed this weekend that he will not extend his contract with the New Zealand Rugby Union following the World Cup in Japan and will look to experience something new or possibly retire. Understandably,...
Last time these two sides met: Japan vs. New Zealand
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand claimed a 6-54 victory over Japan the last time the two side met in 2013. Dan Carter started the game in the no.10 jersey, while Beauden Barrett, Frank Halai and Charles...
Nominees for World Rugby Players of the Year announced
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has announced the shortlists for the prestigious Men’s and Women’s 15s Player of the Year awards for 2018, which will be presented at the World Rugby Awards at the Salle des Etoiles...
4 Things To Keep An Eye Out For In Bledisloe III
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Bledisloe Cup might already belong to New Zealand but there will be plenty pride at stake come Saturday’s clash at the Nissan Stadium in Yokohama. In August, the All Blacks picked...
