The Journey of Errol Tobias - South Africa's First Black Springbok - Part 2 "Climbing the Ladder"
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTobias' individuality on the field and command of the basics soon earned him a spot in the 1972 Proteas (consisting of the country’s top non-white players) tour to England. The tour was mildly successful...
Four British and Irish Lions Bolters - Forwards
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA left-field pick. Every four years one of the most hotly debated subjects on the British and Irish Lions squad is that of who the next bolter will be. British and Irish legend Sir Ian McGeechan had...
The English rugby player locked down in France near the end of his contract
6 years ago by The GuardianCallum Wilson is facing an uncertain time at Biarritz, but he is doing what he always does: seeking the positiveBy Jonathan Drennan for the Guardian Sport NetworkCallum Wilson has dealt with uncertainty...
Where to next for Dan Carter?
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAt 38, former All Blacks great Dan Carter will see attract numerous offers for his services despite the tough times clubs are facing worldwide. Carter is currently a free agent with his final...
Saints sign Knights scrumhalf due to Cobus Reinach's impending departure
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNorthampton Saints have announced the signing of scrum-half Tom James from Doncaster Knights ahead of the 2020/21 season. James has been brought into the club with Springbok scrumhalf set to leave the...
England's Eddie Jones says coronavirus crisis will lead to rise in hybrid players
6 years ago by The Guardian‘Squads will be smaller and will need more multiskilled players’England coach supports changes to international calendarEddie Jones has claimed the coronavirus crisis will result in the rise of more...
Four British and Irish Lions Bolters - Backs
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA left-field pick. British and Irish legend Sir Ian McGeechan was well known for making surprising picks when it came to announcing his British and Irish Lions squads with the likes of Will Greenwood...
Wasps Veteran Linked With A Return To South Africa
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Bulls director of rugby and former Springbok head coach Jake White is reportedly interested in Wasps utility forward and former Cheetahs man Ashley Johnson to Pretoria. According to the Rapport newspaper,...
Report: CVC’s deal for Six Nations pushed back
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe multi-million pound Six Nations investment deal tabled by private equity firm CVC appears to have stalled – according to a report by Kaye Wiggins and Murad Ahmed in the Financial Times. According...
Steve Hansen backs One-off Lions-New Zealand Test but says 'it won't be a decider'
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWarren Gatland says the Lions could warm up for their tour of South Africa with a game against New Zealand, and Steve Hansen backs the idea. Steve Hansen has backed Warren Gatland's idea to...
