Danny Care hoping England’s World Cup efforts have won over disillusioned fans
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySteve Borthwick’s men had came under fire before the tournament but were minutes away from reaching the World Cup final. Danny Care hopes a heartbreaking defeat by South Africa in Saturday’s...
United Rugby Championship Round 1 Wrap-up
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySmith’s pride over Scotland stars Glasgow Warriors coach Franco Smith says he is proud of the Scotland World Cup stars who helped secure a 43-25 victory over Leinster on the opening weekend of the...
Fijian Drua Welcomes Alistair Rogers As Defence Coach
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Fijian Drua has announced the appointment of Alistair Rogers as the new Defence Coach ahead of the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific season. Rogers replaces Brad Harris who finished his tenure with the Club...
Amy Rule determined to help Black Ferns bounce back in Dunedin
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Rugby World Cup-winning prop insists morale remains high in the New Zealand camp despite their 18-17 defeat to France on the opening weekend of WXV 1. Following on from a tough loss is not something...
Courtney Lawes to retire from England duty when Rugby World Cup ends
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTest centurion Courtney Lawes will retire from England duty following the Rugby World Cup. The 34-year-old’s bid to finish his international career on a high was cruelly ended by Saturday’s...
Rugby World Cup 2023 final is closest yet according to World Rugby Men’s Rankings
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa and New Zealand go into Saturday’s showpiece occasion in Saint-Denis as the leading teams in the world, separated by a mere 1.23 points. The final of Rugby World Cup 2023...
Stats review - the figures behind the losing semi-finalists
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyArgentina's dream of reaching their first Rugby World Cup was ended by free-flowing New Zealand while England's kicking game served them brilliantly against South Africa until scrum penalties took their...
Wayne Barnes to referee Rugby World Cup 2023 final
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland’s Wayne Barnes will take charge of the Rugby World Cup 2023 final between New Zealand and South Africa at Stade de France on Saturday, 28 October. Barnes, the world’s most-capped referee...
Rugby World Cup semi-final review: All Blacks and Springboks set up record-breaking finale
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRecords will tumble at Stade de France, when two triple champions, New Zealand and South Africa, face one another for the Webb Ellis Cup. The Springboks have never lost a final, and are looking to become...
Deon Davids 'Springboks v All Blacks is always a special battle'
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyComments from South Africa assistant coach Deon Davids on Sunday following his team's dramatic 16-15 win over England at Stade de France to reach the final of Rugby World Cup 2023. Deon Davids, assistant...
