Six Nations Preview: Wales given little chance of defending their title
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWales have been Six Nations champions four times in the last 10 years, yet few are giving them much of a chance this time around after failing to push on in the second half of 2021. Wayne Pivac's...
The proven Six Nations pedigree Wales are missing
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWales kick off their Six Nations defence without the services of proven class with the likes of George North, Taulupe Faletau, Leigh Halfpenny, Josh Navidi, Ken Owens and Justin Tipuric also...
North says champions Wales can thrive as underdogs
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWales star George North told Stats Perform "fierce competitor" Dan Biggar can prove an inspiring captain in the absence of Alun Wyn Jones. George North is looking forward to the day his children...
George North still dreaming of Wales Six Nations return after long injury lay-off
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpeaking to Stats Perform, Wales star George North indicated there was a chance he could still play a part in the Six Nations. George North still believes he could feature for Wales...
How Injury Hit Wales Could Line Up Against South Africa
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe injury list for Wales is mounting with the confirmation that captain Alun Wyn Jones has been ruled out of the remainder of the Autumn Nations Series following the injury he sustained against...
Lions bid to emulate class of '59 - South Africa tour in numbers
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa have won eight of 13 series against the British and Irish Lions, but it is a long time since they have triumphed back-to-back. The British and Irish Lions will repeat a...
Lions stepping into the unknown like never before
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe British and Irish Lions landed in South Africa this week amid great uncertainty a month before the first Test against the Springboks. It is nothing new for there to be uncertainty...
Quartet added to Wales squad
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySamson Lee, Seb Davies, Rhys Davies and Lloyd Williams have all been called into Wales’ squad for the Summer Internationals. Lee, who has previously won 45 caps, replaces...
Gatland on Conor Murray's appointment as captain
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyConor Murray has been named as the British and Irish Lions captain for the upcoming tour of South Africa after injury ruled out Alun Wyn Jones. Jones was ruled out of the tour, along with Justin...
Conor Murray is the new British and Irish Lions Captain
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyConor Murray has been announced as the man to captain the British and Irish Lions after Alun Wyn Jones has pulled out following an injury he picked up against Japan. Murray is somewhat a surprise selection...