Kenki Fukuoka | Pushing Japan to new heights
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA member of the Japanese team during their famous Rugby World Cup 2015 campaign, winger Kenki Fukuoka talks about his experiences in rugby and his plans for the future after Tokyo 2020.
Dan Carter named Top League MVP
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyDan Carter wrapped up his first season in Japan by claiming the Top League MVP award Sunday. A day after helping his team to the league title, the Kobe Kobelco Steelers playmaker was also named Top Kicker...
Top League Highlights: Wild Knights v Toyota Verblitz
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJake White's Toyota Verblitz claim a win over Robbie Deans' Wild Knights. White's charges were guided to the semi finals thanks to an excellent display by inside centre Clinton Swart who scored a try,...
Test Team of the Week - Round 3
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIt was a thrilling weekend on Test rugby and there were a number of players that put their hands up. This week has been one of the toughest ones to select and is litterede with a number of unusual names...
November Test TOTW
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe November Test window only officially opens next weekend but we were treated to a thrilling round of test rugby this weekend. The weekend kicked off with the All Blacks facing Japan in...
Last time these two sides met: Japan vs. New Zealand
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand claimed a 6-54 victory over Japan the last time the two side met in 2013. Dan Carter started the game in the no.10 jersey, while Beauden Barrett, Frank Halai and Charles...
The World XV hang on for a win in Japan
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe World XV got their game off to a great start as Lionel Cronje was pulling the strings to take the side out to a comfortable lead at the break. Japan however, made a strong comeback and were unlucky...
Tier 2 June Test XV
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHaving already selected our Test XV from the June Internationals we felt that the Tier 2 sides did not get the recognition they deserved and subsequently selected the Best XV from the Tier 2...
Jamie Joseph sets Gigantic goal for new Sunwolves squad
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Sunwolves coach Jamie Joseph has targeted a top 5 finish in the 2018 Super Rugby season. Joseph, who also coaches Japan's national team, told reporters that fans could expect a "much stronger team...
Top League: Week 1 Round Up
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 2017/18 Japanese Top League kicked off this past weekend with some closely fought matches. Black Ram's started their season off with a victory over Shining Arcs. Tamati Ellison scored 12 of...
