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2023

Wales vs Australia: A statistical look

2 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

The second full round of fixtures in this year’s Autumn Nations Series saw a mix of tight clashes and resounding victories – we take a look at some of the key stats from the weekend. Wales...

Ireland vs Argentina: A statistical look

2 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

The second full round of fixtures in this year’s Autumn Nations Series saw a mix of tight clashes and resounding victories – we take a look at some of the key stats from the weekend. After...

Nominees revealed for World Rugby Awards 2024

3 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

World Rugby has today revealed the shortlists for the prestigious World Rugby Awards 2024, which will be presented in Monaco on Sunday, 24 November. Following a stellar year for international rugby, the...

Springbok Player Ratings

4 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Springboks overcame England at the Allianz Stadium in London, here are our Springbok player ratings.   15 – Aphelele Fassi 6 – The fullback was tested a lot under the high...

England aiming to be one of 'world's best' teams, says Earl

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ben Earl hopes "heartache" over summer will help England become "some of the world's best" ahead of their clash with New Zealand. England have aspirations of greatness, asserted Ben Earl as he prepares...

All Blacks secure victory in Yokohama

3 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

Forced to struggle through a below-par second half, the All Blacks started their northern tour with a 64-19 Lipovitan B Test with Japan in Yokohama on Saturday. A frustrating third quarter in...

Sensational Stockdale staking his claim for Ireland recall

4 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

For Jacob Stockdale, the dream is to pull on the green jersey of Ireland once again and he couldn’t be doing much more to stake his claim.   The Ulster winger has made more metres (317) and...

England beat Canada to retain WXV 1 title

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

We recap all the action from a thrilling final round as the Red Roses are crowned top level champions following a hard-fought victory against the hosts, and there are also wins for Ireland and New Zealand.   England...

Lions leader Horn setting his sights on the Springboks

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

When you consider the competition for back row spots in the Springboks set-up, you would imagine it must be pretty daunting for an uncapped player with international ambitions.   Just for starters,...

Easterby happy with Emerging Ireland’s Tour Opener

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Emerging Ireland head coach Simon Easterby was pleased with how his young players ‘stepped up to the challenge’ in their opening tour match against the Airlink Pumas. Despite...