World Cup refs to crack down on high tackles
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Cup referees’ boss Alain Rolland warned that officials would be more rigorous than ever in penalising high tackles in Japan, shrugging off concerns that a rush of red cards could affect the...
England itching to get going but Maro Itoje wary of Tonga’s physical threat
7 years ago by The Guardian• Squad are bonding well but looking forward to action• Itoje: Sunday’s game in Sapporo cannot be taken lightlyMonday was a national holiday in Japan to honour the elderly. It was fitting, then,...
How the Springboks could line up against New Zealand
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Rugby World Cup officially kicks off on Friday with hosts Japan facing off against Russia as Jamie Joseph looks to get a win in their opening game, a feat England managed in 2015 against Fiji. However, the...
Kearney adds to Ireland's injury worries
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland fullback Rob Kearney has emerged as a major doubt for Ireland’s World Cup opener against Scotland on Sunday according to multiple reports. It is understood that veteran...
Rugby World Cup Update
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRobbie Henshaw unlikely to feature against Scotland #RWC2019 Reasonably positive news on Robbie Henshaw @henshawrob after the scan. He is unlikely to feature v @Scotlandteam He...
Wilkinson's drop goal, Lomu's bulldozer and other memorable RWC moments
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAhead of the Rugby World Cup in Japan, we take a look at some of the tournament's most memorable moments. Over the next six weeks, dreams will be realised, heroes will emerge and hearts...
Five breakthrough talents to watch in Japan
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAhead of the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan, we look at five young players capable of making their mark on the international stage. The Rugby World Cup is the greatest...
Owen Farrell changes tackle technique amid fear of red and yellow cards
7 years ago by The Guardian• World Rugby has changed directives over no-arms tackles• England captain working with strength and conditioning coachThe England captain, Owen Farrell, has had to change his tackling technique amid...
Four Smaller Rugby World Cup Games Worth Tuning In For
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 2019 Rugby World Cup kicks off next week and while everyone is looking forward to those big clashes involving the tier 1 nations, such as New Zealand v South Africa and Ireland v Scotland, we...
England’s Joe Cokanasiga and Mark Wilson are doubts for World Cup opener
7 years ago by The Guardian• Both players miss full training in Japan with knee injuries• Jamie Ritchie to miss Scotland’s opener against IrelandJoe Cokanasiga and Mark Wilson have emerged as potential doubts for England’s...
