On this day in 2014: Brian O’Driscoll makes final home appearance for Ireland
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbyBrian O’Driscoll bade farewell to the Aviva Stadium a decade ago with a memorable last appearance in Dublin in Ireland’s Six Nations victory over Italy. O’Driscoll’s vintage sleight...
Match Day Programme: Italy vs Scotland
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbyFixture: Italy vs Scotland Venue: Stade Olimpico, Rome Kick-off: 15:00 (GMT) Referee: Angus Gardner Assistant Referees: Karl Dickson (Eng) and Adam Leal (Eng) TMO: Marius...
Immanuel Feyi-Waboso to make first England start against Ireland
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbyFeyi-Waboso will line-up on the right wing less than a year after playing for National League One side Taunton Titans. Immanuel Feyi-Waboso will make his first start for England in Saturday’s Guinness...
Disciplinary Verdict Poppy Cleall
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbyOn 5 March 2024, Poppy Cleall appeared before an independent disciplinary panel charged under RFU Rule 5.12. conduct prejudicial to the interests of the game. The hearing relates to an incident of...
The leading men in the 2024 6 Nations
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWhich players do the stats tell us have led the way so far in this year’s Guinness Men’s Six Nations? Opta cast their number-crunching net far and wide when it comes to all things...
Patience the key as Vintcent targets Scotland
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbyRoss Vintcent has had to be patient as he takes his first steps in international rugby during the 2024 Guinness Men's Six Nations. The Italy back-rower made his debut off the bench away to Ireland in...
Mcinally: Memories of Massimo mean a lot to me
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThere’s a lot of resonance behind the trophy Scotland and Italy compete for. The Cuttitta Cup is named after Massimo Cuttitta, the former Italy captain and Scotland scrum coach who passed away three...
Murphy Names Ireland U20s Team To Face England In Bath
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbyHead Coach Richie Murphy has named his Ireland U20s Match Day Squad, sponsored by PwC, for Friday night’s U20 Six Nations clash with England in Bath (Kick-off 7.15pm). Evan O’Connell captains...
World Rugby Match Official appointment amendments
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has announced the Emirates Match Officials for three women’s internationals in March as well as some amendments to the Guinness Women’s Six Nations and Pacific Four Series appointments. Doriane...
George North and Nick Tompkins not rocked by shock omission – Warren Gatland
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWales boss Warren Gatland has sprung a major selection surprise by omitting established centres George North and Nick Tompkins from his line-up for Sunday’s Guinness Six Nations clash with France. But...
