Asafo Aumua took just 16 seconds to make an impact in Super Rugby Aotearoa
6 years ago by Rugby DumpSuper Rugby Aotearoa kicked off with two thrilling games in week one, including a sold-out clash between the Blues and Hurricanes at Eden Park in Auckland. In the second half of the game, Asafo Aumua entered...
Report: Beauden Barrett signs with Japanese Top League club
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTwo time World Player of the Year Beauden Beauden has reportedly signed a multi-million-pound deal to join Top League side Suntory Sungoliath according to a report by Nik Simon in the...
The Hurricanes sign former Blues' pivot Simon Hickey
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Hurricanes backline is set to be bolstered with the signing of first-five Simon Hickey. Originally from Auckland, the 26-year-old made a name for himself as the Captain of the Kings College 1st...
Like Father, Like Sons - Kevin, Kane, Beauden, Scott & Jordie Barrett
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Barrett brothers have taken the rugby world by storm in recent years. While the name of Kane Barrett is less widely known – as the lock/flanker was forced into early retirement after multiple...
Coaches confirmed for North Island and South Island teams
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks assistant coach Brad Mooar has today confirmed the coaches for the North and South Island teams who will go head-to-head in a clash that will double up as an All Blacks trial. Mooar...
The Hurricanes release Assistant coach Carlos Spencer
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer All Black flyhalf Carlos Spencer has been released from his role as an assistant coach at the Hurricanes. The club released a short statement confirming Spencer's departure due to...
The next uber rich French club linked with a host of superstars including Beauden Barrett
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyUAE investors are set to takeover former French powerhouse AS Béziers Hérault ‘in the next few days’ according to reports the ProD2 club with the club's new owners set...
How things stand after Round 3 of Super Rugby Aotearoa
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRound 3 of Super Rugby Aotearoa saw the Blues hold on tightly to their position on top of the log with a narrow victory (27-24) against a vibrant Highlanders outfit. Will Jordan was in fine fine...
Angry London Irish claim Gloucester illegally approached coach Skivington
6 years ago by The GuardianGeorge Skivington had been forwards coach with the ExilesLondon Irish suggest breach of code has occurredLondon Irish insist they will “consider all options” after Gloucester announced the appointment...
Biggest moves and transfer rumours of the week
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA busy week on the player market this week saw the likes of Gloucester, Leinster and Harlequins all release squad updates while there were a number of confirmed signings across Europe. We...
