New Zealand Rugby order snap review for under fire Foster
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIan Foster's role as the head coach of the All Blacks is in doubt. Following the series loss to Ireland, New Zealand Rugby launched an urgent review after cancelling a planned press...
Latest World Rankings: New Zealand, Australia and Argentina climb
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe SANZAAR nations claimed wins in the opening weekend of the July tests with New Zealand, Australia and Argentina all climbing the world rankings. Australia...
Player Ratings: New Zealand 42-19 Ireland
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand delivered an outstanding performance to defeat Ireland 42-19 to go 1-0 in the three-test series. No.8 Ardie Savea bagged a brace as New Zealand overcame a...
Savea double helps New Zealand to rampant first Test win over Ireland
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand put a tough build-up behind them as they delivered a muscular performance to defeat Ireland at Eden Park in the first Test. Ardie Savea bagged a double as New Zealand overcame...
NEW ZEALAND v IRELAND: Preview, Stats, Facts and Lineups
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand and Ireland clash for the 34th time on Saturday with the All Blacks looking to defend their unbeaten run at Eden Park which stretches back to 1996. Ireland were...
Farrell unfazed about Joe Schmidt's presence in All Black camp
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland boss Andy Farrell has dismissed the notion that Joe Schmidt joining the All Black coaching staff has a significant effect on the upcoming tour. There is some heavy irony at play...
Joe Schmidt joins All Blacks set up ahead of Ireland Series
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks Head Coach Ian Foster has asked Joe Schmidt come in to help the team prepare this week, with a third All Blacks Coach Scott McLeod, testing positive for Covid 19. Foster and...
The infectious culture of Leinster
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Springbok prop BJ Botha played 58 matches for Ulster and 111 for Munster between 2008 and 2016. He gives the URC a breakdown of just what makes the Irish giants Leinster so special and difficult...
On This Day: The St Patrick's Day Grand Slam!
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyOn this day in 2018, Ireland were ruthless as they claimed their third Grand Slam at Twickenham, Jacob Stockdale scoring a record-breaking try in a win over England. Jacob Stockdale made...
Four Classic Grand Slam Deciders Involving England
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFrance and Ireland remain in the race for the 2022 Six Nations, with all three fixtures taking place on Super Saturday! Wales hosts Italy in the opening game of the day, with Wayne...
