Golden Oldies XV
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWith all the talk of the RWC bringing back memories and heartache and hope we take a chance to look at those that are 35 years or older and still playing the game. Here is our Old Crocks XV 1. Wyatt...
Champions Cup: What happens if the scores are level after 80 minutes?
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe quarter-finals of the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup kick off this weekend with a blockbuster round of action. In the Challenge Cup, Sale Sharks host Connacht in the only match on...
Tony Brown blames South Africa's 'bad blood' with Japan for Sunwolves axing
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbySunwolves head coach Tony Brown has spoken out on the Sunwolves axing from Super Rugby and believes ‘bad blood’ exists between South Africa and Japan. Brown says...
CONFIRMED: Hendré Stassen to stay with Stade Français
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyStade Francais have today confirmed that Bulls forward Hendré Stassen, who was on loan at the club, will not return to Pretoria after signing a deal to stay with the French club. The...
Williams pens new Cardiff deal
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCardiff Blues scrumhalf Tomos Williams has handed the club another boost after becoming the latest player to sign a new long-term contract. Following the acquisition of Josh Adams and...
England risk missing out on Warren Gatland due to wait-and-see policy
7 years ago by The Guardian• RFU insists on not making appointment until after World Cup• Gatland reported to be on France’s head coach shortlistThe Rugby Football Union is ready to risk missing out on Warren Gatland as England’s...
Josh van der Flier's season is over
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLeinster head coach Leo Cullen gave an update on his squad ahead of their Champions Cup quarter-final against Ulster this weekend with the big news coming out is that Ireland openside flanker Josh...
France eye overseas trio for top job post World Cup
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWith Jacques Brunel struggling to produce results since taking over as the France head coach, FFR rugby boss Bernard Laporte has reportedly drawn up a list of three potential candidates, all from...
Shaping The Game | World Rugby Chairman Bill Beaumont and CEO Brett GosperShaping The Game | World Rugby Chairman Bill Beaumont and CEO Brett Gosper
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby Chairman Bill Beaumont and CEO Brett Gosper discuss this week's ‘Shaping the game’ symposium in Marcoussis, France, where important discussions on player welfare and laws took place.
Ireland Squad Players Who Deserve World Cup Chance
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter the Six Nations championship a host of fringe players played their way into contention for selection for the World Cup in Japan. The loss of form to some front line players and injuries allowed...
