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Under-20 Summer Series to take place in Italy

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

  Before the World Rugby U20 Championship returns in 2023, Six Nations Rugby has confirmed its commitment to support the rugby pathway for the next generation of rugby talent, by staging the event...

Bob Skinstad and John Barclay discuss Boks in the Six Nations

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The debate surrounding South Africa’s possible entrance to the Six Nations rages on with many calling it an inevitable prospect while others stand firm behind the tournament as it is.     Two...

Alessandro Garbisi named in 33 player Azzurri squad, Tommy Allan recalled

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Italy coach Kieran Crowley has named his squad for the upcoming internationals against Portugal, Romania and Georgia with Paolo Garbisi's younger brother, Alessandro called into the squad.   The...

Report: Twickenham to host Southern Hemisphere powerhouses

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Twickenham will host two Southern Hemisphere powerhouses ahead of the 2023 Rugby World Cup, according to a report by the Daily Mail.   New Zealand and South Africa are set to clash at the home of...

Ealing Trailfinders sign Wales international

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ealing Trailfinders have confirmed the signing of Welsh international and Dragons wing Jonah Holmes.     The 29-year-old, who can play on the wing or fullback, moves to Trailfinders following...

Where are they now? The Leinster team that won the Province's first Champions Cup Title

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Leinster face off against La Rochelle this weekend, with the Irish Province searching for a record-equalling fifth Champions Cup title.   With Leo Cullen's men looking to add a fifth...

2023 Champions Cup and Challenge Cup finals set for Dublin’s Aviva Stadium

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) has announced that Dublin’s Aviva Stadium will host the 2023 Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup Finals.   The two showpiece matches, representing...

Jacques du Toit to join Zebre

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Jacques du Toit will leave Bath Rugby this summer to join Italian United Rugby Championship side Zebre Rugby.   The 28-year-old made a try-scoring debut for the Blue, Black and White against Zebre,...

The latest player movement and rumours

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

We recap some of the top stories, rumours and recently confirmed moves.         Gatland on the shortlist for USA job According to a report by the Daily...

Edoardo Padovani re-signs for Benetton

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Benetton Rugby has announced the extension of Edoardo Padovani's contract until 30 June 2024.     Padovani is a versatile back that prefers to play at fly half but can play at full back and...