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Rhys Priestland leads EPCR Challenge Cup’s top scorers

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Following the conclusion of the EPCR Challenge Cup pool stage and ahead of the Round of 16, we’re looking at which players are leading the scoring charts so far.   Points – Rhys...

Welsh International Wainwright Firing Again After Move To URC

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Having moved to the United Rugby Championship, Welsh international Sam Wainwright is firing again in more ways than one. After making a memorable Test debut in the historic victory over the Springboks...

URC Preview: Scarlets v Bulls

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

At Parc y Scarlets, Llanelli, 7.35pm Referee: Andrew Brace (IRFU, 86th league game) Assistant: Adam Jones, Ben Breakspear (both WRU) TMO: Brian MacNeice (IRFU)   Overall URC head-to-head record:...

Pool stage ramps up with knockout stage spots secured

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Seven teams bagged their places in the EPCR Challenge Cup knockout stage amid an enthralling Round 3 last weekend.   Cardiff Rugby, RC Toulon, Connacht Rugby, Bristol Bears, Glasgow Warriors,...

Match Report: Halfpenny penalty secures Scarlets’ Round of 16 berth

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

A 64th minute Leigh Halfpenny penalty was the deciding factor as Scarlets secured a 20-17 victory over Toyota Cheetahs in Pool B of the EPCR Challenge Cup on Friday night – earning a place in the...

Halfpenny penalty secures Scarlets’ Round of 16 berth

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

A 64th minute Leigh Halfpenny penalty was the deciding factor as Scarlets secured a 20-17 victory over Toyota Cheetahs in Pool B of the EPCR Challenge Cup on Friday night – earning a place in the...

Match Preview: Scarlets look to solidify top spot against Toyota Cheetahs

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Scarlets are aiming to cement their place at the summit of EPCR Challenge Cup Pool B as they welcome Toyota Cheetahs in Round 3 on Friday night.   The Welsh region have been in impressive...

Disciplinary Decision - Sione Kalamafoni

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Disciplinary process related to Sione Kalamafoni's Red Card in the BKT United Rugby Championship Round 11 game against Dragons RFC on Sunday, January 1 has resulted in a 2 week suspension.   After...

Dwayne Peel: EPCR Challenge Cup has given us fresh start

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Scarlets head coach Dwayne Peel hailed the EPCR Challenge Cup for giving his side “a fresh start” after they had lost four games in a row in the United Rugby Championship.   Back-to-back...