Russell predicts ‘even harder’ semi-final
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRacing 92 fly-half Finn Russell believes their Heineken Champions Cup semi-final with Stade Rochelais on Sunday will probably be “even harder” than their hard-fought quarter-final against...
5 Rugby World Cup One Hit Wonders!
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbySome players only appear in one Rugby World Cup but still make a huge impact. Here are 5 of the best one season, one competition, one hit wonders from the Rugby World Cup. Featuring: Richard Kahui (New...
Connacht Rugby confirm departing players
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyConnacht Rugby can confirm the players who will depart the club at the end of the season. As previously announced, Ultan Dillane, Sammy Arnold, Abraham Papali’i and Tietie...
Gregory Alldritt sends warning to Racing 92
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHard-running France and La Rochelle number 8 Gregory Alldritt has warned Racing 92 that he and his troops are more than up for the challenge when the sides lock horns in this weekend’s Champions...
Unions in talks about massive shake-up of international rugby scene
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA massive development is in the pipeline with regard to the international rugby scene. The proposed idea of the Nations Championship – a competition involving twelve teams (England,...
Six Nations would be good for South Africa, says Etzebeth
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEben Etzebeth is open to the idea of South Africa playing in the Six Nations in future, saying he would "love" to participate in the competition. The Springboks are committed to playing in...
Mathieu Bastareaud to leave Lyon and return to Toulon
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer France international Mathieu Bastareaud could return to Toulon next season. However, his return to the club where he won a Top 14 title and three Champions Cup trophies could be in a coaching...
London Irish youngster scores 100m solo wonder try against Toulon
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLondon Irish youngster Henry Arundell scored a stunning 100-metre solo try against Toulon in the Challenge Cup. Swerving and speeding past Toulon defenders, Arundell finished off a brilliant score...
Montauban's Kelly Meafua dies aged 32 in tragic accident
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Waratahs and Samoa sevens player Kelly Meafua has died aged 32 after jumping off a bridge while celebrating a win for his club team in France. Reports out of France state that the flanker...
Noah Lolesio inks new deal with Australian Rugby
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRugby Australia and Brumbies Rugby have announced that flyhalf Noah Lolesio has re-committed to Australian Rugby until the end of 2024. The 22-year-old rose through the Australian rugby pathways...
