Schalk Brits speaks on his retirement u-turn & his struggle to find a new club
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbySchalk Brits has confirmed that he has ended his self-imposed retirement from rugby after being convinced by South African coach Rassie Erasmus that he can win a place in the Springboks squad for...
England show interest in Bulls coach
8 years ago by Bulls RugbyThe Bulls have reiterated that coach John Mitchell is under contract until October 2019 after England apparently expressed an interest in his services, writes SArugbymag. The BBCo would like to...
From Natal Midlands to HQ - the Michael Rhodes story
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyMichael Rhodes looks set to become the latest player to join Eddie Jones's foreign legion in the England squad after being named in the England training squad. The Saracens...
Chris Ashton and Michael Rhodes Named in England training squad
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland head coach Eddie Jones has named a 44-man pre-season training squad to convene from Saturday 4 August until Monday 6 August. Chris Ashton (Sale Sharks) is selected having returned to...
Chris Ashton picked in Eddie Jones’ England training squad after Sale return
8 years ago by The Guardian• Ashton’s decision to leave Toulon pays immediate dividends • Dylan Hartley returns, Michael Rhodes included for first timeChris Ashton has made an immediate return to the England fold following...
Mako and Billy Vunipola extend Saracens contracts until 2022
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbySaracens have today announced that Mako and Billy Vunipola have extended their contracts until 2022. The duo becomes the latest squad players to commit their future to the club after Brad Barritt, Juan...
Mario Ledesma named new Argentina coach
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyArgentina have today named their new coach, with former Pumas hooker Mario Ledesma succeeding Daniel Hourcade, who resigned last month after a string of losses. Ledesma...
Swys de Bruin commits to Lions for 2019
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLions head coach Swys de Bruin has committed to the Johannesburg-based franchise for the 2019 Super Rugby season in spite of potential Springbok opportunities. De Bruin was Johan Ackermann's assistant...
Leicester Tigers sign Kyle Eastmond
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLeicester Tigers have signed dual code international Kyle Eastmond. After agreeing on a move to Welford Road, Eastmond will be reunited with George Ford with whom he struck up an impressive understanding...
CONFIRMED: Matt Toomua signs with Rugby Australia and the Rebels
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyMatt Toomua has put pen to paper on a two and a half year deal with Rugby Australia and the Melbourne Rebels, to return to Super Rugby next season. The veteran playmaker is now immediately eligible...
