RFU criticised as 'dishonest' over claims of England progress after disappointing Six Nations
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Rugby Football Union's (RFU) claim England made progress during a tough Six Nations campaign has been criticised by ex-international Ugo Monye, who called their statement "dishonest". Eddie...
Pundits pull no punches as England complete unsuccessful campaign
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyDespite winning just two of their five fixtures, voices at the top of the RFU claim England are on the path of progress as the 2023 World Cup looms. However, many big names in the game are not convinced....
'The breakdown is a 15-man job' - Sam Warburton defends Wales rookie flanker
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySam Warburton has come to the defence of Wales flanker Taine Basham in his recent column for The Times. Basham has been the target of some criticism as Wales struggled at the...
SCO vs ENG: What the pundits said
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Scots were jubilant when the final whistle sounded at Murrayfield, heralding their significant achievement of keeping the Calcutta Cup for the second consecutive year after their historic victory at...
B&I Lions legends call on World Rugby to scrap tactical substitutions
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA host of rugby legends have released an open letter sent to World Rugby demanding that tactical substitutions are scrapped in a bid to improve player safety in the game. Former British and...
Sam Warburton backs English pair to shine on tour in 2025
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer British and Irish Lions' captain Sam Warburton says he can’t wait for the Lions tour to Australia in 2025 and has picked out two Englishmen as potential standout stars for the trip...
Boks take Lions series: what the experts said
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThrough a gruelling effort from the Springbok forwards and some help from the trusty boot of Morne Steyn, South Africa clinched the British & Irish Lions series 2-1 after defeating Alun Wyn Jones’...
SA vs British & Irish Lions: what the experts said
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springboks levelled the series in Cape Town on Saturday evening with a 27-9 defeat of the British & Irish Lions. It was a game with plenty of niggle after a stormy build-up...
Warburton tips Lions to take second Test
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Lions captain, Sam Warburton, has tipped his old team to defeat the Springboks by 7 points in the second Test on Saturday. Warburton, who led the Lions on two tours (2013 and 2017),...
SA vs B&I Lions: What the experts said
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Lions saw off the Springboks to go 1-up in the Test series with two games remaining. Gatland’s charges kicked off an inspired comeback in the second half to snatch victory and will now enjoy...
