AutumnNationsSeries

Marler prepares for fitting finale against Bears

3 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

It is fitting that Joe Marler will call time on his rugby career against Bristol Bears – after all, he was so important for Harlequins that they flew him in on a helicopter for the most famous...

Ireland could drop to third in World Rugby rankings

3 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

World Rugby has published the ranking permutations for this weekend's Autumn Nations Series and Rugby Europe matches. Permutation highlights: Ireland cannot improve their rating with victory over Australia...

Borthwick taking positives from 'frustrating' Autumn Series

3 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

England ensured they ended 2024 on a high note as they claimed a 59-14 victory over Japan, and coach Steve Borthwick is taking the positives from a difficult Autumn Nations Series. Borthwick's team lost...

Match Preview: Japan vs England

4 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

England conclude their autumn internationals against Japan at Twickenham. Steve Borthwick's side are bidding to end a frustrating campaign on a positive note after defeats against New Zealand, Australia...

Springboks determined to finish the season on a strong note against Wales

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick and captain Siya Kolisi said on Friday the Boks are determined to deliver a complete 80-minute performance and finish the season on a high note against Wales in...

World Rankings preview

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

World Rugby has published the ranking permutations for the men's internationals in Europe and Africa this weekend, including the Autumn Nations Series, Rugby Africa and Rugby Europe competitions.  Permutation...

Iakopo Mapu signs season-long deal at Saints

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Northampton Saints announce that back-row forward Iakopo Mapu has joined the Club until the end of the 2024/25 season.     The 27-year-old Samoan, who can be deployed at flanker or No.8, arrived...

World Rugby Hall of Fame to recognise five legends of the game

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

World Rugby has announced that five players spread across sevens and 15s will be inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame at the World Rugby Awards in Monaco on 24 November.   The contributions...

Argentina team named for last fixture of the year

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Los Pumas have named their matchday squad to face France at the Stade de France in what will be the last match of the November Window, and of the year. With 6 wins and 5 losses, Felipe Contepomi's team...

Sleightholme extends Saints stay

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ollie Sleightholme has signed a contract extension which sees the England winger remain at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens for the foreseeable future, Northampton Saints today announce. Sleightholme...