South Africa stars on the ‘never-say-die attitude’ behind World Cup success
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springboks won all three knockout matches by just one point. South Africa’s victory over New Zealand in the World Cup final was forged in their national psyche, according to some of the stars...
Titanic clashes, lopsided groups and future changes – 5 World Cup talking points
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 10th edition of the World Cup was also its longest, producing highs and lows across its eight weeks. Here Ultimate Rugby examines five talking points arising from the tournament hosted by France. BOX...
Eddie Jones resigns from Australia job after poor World Cup campaign – reports
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyEddie Jones has resigned as Australia head coach, according to reports in the country. The 63-year-old former England boss was in charge of a disastrous World Cup campaign, which saw Australia fail to...
All Blacks drop to third in World Rugby Men’s Rankings
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWe run through all the changes following South Africa’s 12-11 victory in the final of Men’s Rugby World Cup 2023 plus round-up the results from the latest round of matches in the Rugby Europe...
5 standout matches of the Rugby World Cup finals in France
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyReigning champions South Africa take on fellow three-time winners New Zealand in Saturday’s Rugby World Cup final. Here, the PA news agency picks out five of the standout matches of a memorable...
Ardie Savea named World Rugby Men's Player of the Year 2023
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand number eight Ardie Savea has been crowned World Rugby Men’s 15s Player of the Year in partnership with Mastercard, receiving the prestigious accolade at a star-studded World Rugby Awards...
South Africa: Rugby World Cup 2023 review
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyAbiding memory Who knows if France’s Thomas Ramos would have converted Peato Mauvaka’s try from the touch-line - a tournament-leading 21 conversions suggests there's a good chance - but Cheslin...
New Zealand: Rugby World Cup 2023 review
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyAbiding memory An unusually unfancied New Zealand dazzled throughout Rugby World Cup 2023, scoring a tournament-high 49 tries (19 more than any other side) and contributing to a dramatic final. The four-point...
RWC Finals Review: South Africa stand alone as four-time champions
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbySeven weeks ago, hosts France kicked off the tournament with a 27-13 victory over New Zealand. It was a match that was closer than the scoreline suggests, and one that set the tone for the tournament. This...
South Africa win tense final to claim fourth Rugby World Cup
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa became the first nation to win four Rugby World Cup titles after holding off New Zealand in a dramatic final at Stade de France on Saturday. Four Handre Pollard penalties to two from Richie...
