Hansen impressed with 'imaginative' England Haka response
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand head coach Steve Hansen has described England's costly response to the Haka as "brilliant and quite imaginative". England fronted up to the All Blacks' pre-match ritual at International...
Coles reiterates desire to continue with All Blacks
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyDane Coles has reiterated he intends to remain a part of the New Zealand squad despite the imminent changing of the guard following the Rugby World Cup. A number of All Blacks players...
2019 Rugby World Cup Bronze Final: New Zealand v Wales
7 years ago by Rugby WorldAll you need to know about the third-place play-off in Tokyo this FridayTwo big names: Alun Wyn Jones chases Sonny Bill Williams in 2017 (Getty Images)2019 Rugby World Cup Bronze Final: New Zealand v Wales...
Springboks need 'game of their lives' to beat England - Fitzpatrick
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa need to produce a performance comparable to England's against New Zealand to topple Eddie Jones' side, says Sean Fitzpatrick. Former New Zealand star Sean Fitzpatrick...
WATCH: The four tries shortlisted for the Try of the Year
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe contenders for the International Rugby Players (IRP) Try of the Year 2019 have been revealed, with the winner to be announced at the World Rugby Awards in Tokyo on 3 November. Three...
England favourites for glory against Springboks, but shocks happen in finals
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland will be confident ahead of Saturday's Rugby World Cup final, but their great display against New Zealand is no guarantee of success. England were stunning winners against...
England cop punishment for haka response
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland have reportedly copped a penalty for advancing on the Kiwi haka ahead of the Rugby World Cup semi-final. According to the Guardian, England have been reprimanded and fined...
SBW considering an offer to make him the highest-paid player in League and Union - report
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks star Sonny Bill Williams is preparing for his final All Blacks' test against Wales on Friday but the star centre is reportedly also weighing up a bold offer from Canada’s Toronto...
Vunipola taking tips from auntie ahead of Springboks showdown
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Rugby World Cup is up for grabs in Yokohama this weekend and England's Billy Vunipola is getting tips from a family member. Billy Vunipola has Rugby World Cup success...
World Rugby Breakthrough Player of the Year nominees announced
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThree countries are represented in the nominees for the World Rugby Breakthrough Player of the Year 2019 award. The nominees for this prestigious award, now in its fifth year, are Joe...
