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Erasmus praises Bok calmness in Paris thriller

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Rassie Erasmus, the SA Rugby Director of Rugby, praised the calmness of the Springboks to stay in the fight right to the end against France at the Stade de France late on Saturday evening despite enormous...

Springboks leave it late to stun France in Paris

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

South Africa rallied from a 14-point deficit in the second half to secure a thrilling Test victory over France in Paris.   Bongi Mbonambi scored a last-gasp try as South Africa completed a stunning...

WATCH: An Incredible finish in Paris

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

It took 84 minutes for the result to be settled in Paris today. Francois Louw made a crucial turnover in the latter stages as they Springboks chased the game trailing by 4 points.   Damian Penaud...

Scotland’s Test vs Georgia to be hosted under Friday night floodlights

7 years ago by Scottish Rugby

Scotland have confirmed that their final Summer Test before the Rugby World Cup in Japan will be hosted under Friday night floodlights at BT Murrayfield for the first time in the team’s history.   "It’s...

Players to Watch Today

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

It's the best of the best and they are all playing each other over the next few weeks. With so much rugby talent on show this weekend we pick the form players to watch in each contest.   Italy vs...

Siya Kolisi: Both sides are desperate for a win

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Springboks and France will both be desperate for a win at Stade de France on Saturday according to Springboks captain, Siya Kolisi, who admits that his side is determined to return to winning ways...

Eddie Jones takes another swipe at Johnny Sexton

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

England head coach Eddie Jones was forced to apologise to Ireland flyhalf Johnny Sexton in 2016 but that hasn't stopped the Australian from taking aim at the British and Irish Lion.   Jones expressed...

5 Things To Keep An Eye Out For This Weekend

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Test rugby is back in full swing this weekend with plenty of action to keep you glued to your seat.   UK Times   Here are five things one should look out for on Saturday.     Who...

No more overseas-based players for the Springboks?

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has said that he is unlikely to bring in more overseas-based players into his squad between now and next year's Rugby World Cup.      Now...

A statistical look at Saturday's Test Matches

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

New Zealand will face England for the first time in four years and Wales get another opportunity to end their Australia hoodoo on a mouthwatering Saturday of Test rugby.     England edged...