PRO 14 Irish Derbies Review Plus TOTW
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThis weekend we saw two Irish derbies in the Guinness Pro 14 competition and here is how they both played out. Connacht vs Munster Munster survived a late onslaught to hold on for...
Nigel Owens produces comedy gold by forgetting crucial piece of kit during Pro14 clash
5 years ago by Rugby DumpLegendary referee Nigel Owens added to his extensive comedic moments during a Pro 14 match on Friday night by forgetting his cards.
Ulster's need is greater than Reds' as they eye final berth
5 years ago by Irish IndependentFor those of you still struggling to understand how exactly the PRO 14 works since its most recent bout of cosmetic surgery - not to worry, the format is due to change again within weeks - this Belfast...
Welsh derbies make a dull start to 2021
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFT Scarlets 20 - Dragons 3 FT Cardiff Blues 3 - Ospreys 17 2021 has got off to a dull start after both Welsh Derbies failed to entertain in the Pro 14 on friday evening. Scarlets proved too...
The Connacht camp leading up to the Ulster clash
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyGood news and bad news for Connacht on the weekend as a blow to their midfield sees Bundee Aki rested, although, up front, they will be bolstered by the return of Gavin Thornbury and Quinn Roux. Connacht...
PRO 14 faces further disruption as Northern Ireland lockdown set to force postponement of Ulster v Munster derby
5 years ago by Irish IndependentULSTER hope they can fulfil their December 27 PRO 14 fixture in Connacht and their home fixture on January 2 seems almost certain to fall foul of the restrictions of a new six-week lockdown which is slated...
Nigel Owens announces retirement from Test rugby with immediate effect
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe most-capped referee in world rugby, Nigel Owens has brought his 17-year international career to an end. Owens recently took charge of the France versus Italy Autumn Nations Cup...
Stade Francais gear up for Round 1 Benetton clash
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 2020-21 Challenge Cup kicks off on Friday evening with Stade Francais locking horns with Benetton at Stade Jean-Bouin. Naturally, both teams will be raring to go to start their campaigns off...
Huge milestone for Nigel Owens
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbySaturday saw a significant milestone achieved as Welsh referee Nigel Owens officiated his one hundredth test match. Owens’ remarkable career began in 1987 after a teacher of his suggested...
Bulls home in on Steyn
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAccording to a report in sarugbymag.co.za, the Bulls franchise are attempting to secure the services of decorated Springbok and (currently) Cheetahs centre Frans Steyn as they prepare to compete in the...
