Hansen hails outstanding Ben Smith ahead of Pau switch
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBen Smith's lengthy association with New Zealand Rugby will end after the 2019 World Cup when he makes the switch to Top 14 side Pau. New Zealand coach Steve Hansen...
Ben Smith confirms departure from New Zealand at end of 2019 season
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks and Highlanders outside back Ben Smith has confirmed that he will be leaving New Zealand Rugby at the end of the 2019 season. 32-year-old Smith, who has played 76...
Clarke's Defence Proves Worthy
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn the end it was a try in the last minute by Gerbrandt Grobler that put the nail in the coffin. However, like they say the best form of attack is defence and a strong defensive effort by Freddie...
Hisa Sasagi signs for Saracens
7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby31-year-old prop Hisa Sasagi has arrived at Saracens from New Zealand provincial side Otago and will provide cover for the Premiership champions on a short-term deal. Sasagi...
CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL HIGHLIGHTS: Waikato v Otago
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWaikato win the Championship and by default go back into the Premiership next season. When you look at the game, it was a relatively...
Mitre 10 Cup Championship Final Top Performers
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWaikato return to the Mitre 10 Cup Premiership next year after they beat Otago 36-13 in the Mitre 10 Cup Championship final. Jono Gibbes side was on top for most of the game and got some revenge...
Friday Morning Round Up
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland Could be No.1 in World by the end of the Weekend Ireland could head into their first November test fixture against Italy as the number one ranked side in the world but they...
Waikato out for Ranfurly Revenge
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWaikato and Otago face off in the Mitre 10 Cup Championship Final today with a place in the Premiership next season on the line. Since 2006, the two sides have faced off 9 times with Waikato claiming...
Myles Thoroughgood signs for Yorkshire Carnegie
7 years ago by Yorkshire CarnegieYorkshire have further boosted their squad for this season with the capture of two talented young players from New Zealand. 23-year-old fly-half or full-back Myles Thoroughgood has signed for the remainder...
PREVIEW: Waikato v Otago Championship Final
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJoin Rikki Swannell for this special Championship Final preview between Waikato and Otago as she speaks with Luke Jacobson and Jona Nareki leading into the game. Credit: All Blacks
