‘A thing of beauty’ - Analysing the mighty mauls that produce so many tries in the BKT URC
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIt may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but there’s no doubting just what a potent weapon the driving lineout maul is in the BKT URC. We have all seen the routine. A penalty is awarded, a team...
Ospreys announce team for EPCR Challenge Cup clash with Perpignan
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Ospreys have named their squad to face USAP in Round 3 of the EPCR Challenge Cup. The game will take place at the Swansea.com Stadium and is kicking off on Friday 12th January at 8pm. Adam Beard is...
BKT URC stars force their way into Six Nations contention
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe first Guinness Six Nations after a World Cup often sees a changing of the guard, with new faces emerging as a fresh four-year cycle begins. This season’s tournament is likely to be another example...
Attendance Record Broken as BKT URC Sets All-Time High for a Single Round
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAnother new record has been set by the BKT United Rugby Championship today with the league setting an all-time high for single-round attendance. The 19,703 fans who attended the final game of Round...
Meet Jack Walsh: The rugby wanderer who is loving life in Wales and the BKT URC
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFrom New South Wales to South Wales, via days in Devon, it’s been some rugby journey for the American-born Jack Walsh. It’s one which has brought him to a country, a team and a league he loves,...
Ospreys announce Lance Bradley as the new CEO
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyOspreys are delighted to announce Lance Bradley as the new CEO, effective Monday 8 January 2024. The appointment comes after Ospreys’ ownership, Y11 Sport & Media, led an extensive recruitment...
Simon Thomas' BKT United Rugby Championship R9 Review
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyStepping stone success for Ulster Ulster Rugby skipper Iain Henderson insists there is much more to come from his team following their landmark 22-21 victory away to BKT URC league leaders Leinster...
Waino hails Rodney Parade faithful
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBack row Aaron Wainwright has hailed the ‘incredible’ home support at Rodney Parade - after the crowd roared the club to a third straight success on New Year’s Day. Wainwright celebrated...
STAT ATTACK: Duhan van der Metre, Billy Burns brilliance & more from Round 9
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWe've picked out some of the best stats from Round 9 of the BKT United Rugby Championship. EDINBURGH V GLASGOW WARRIORS Duhan van der Merwe made more carry metres than any other player in Round...
Scarlets edged out at Rodney Parade
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn monsoon conditions at Rodney Parade, Scarlets came out on the wrong side of a tight, edgy contest that went down to the wire. A disallowed try and a couple of late misses at goal proved the difference...
