Rugby World Cup 2019 Preview: Russia v Samoa
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyVaeluaga Steve Jackson has emphasised the importance of consistency in team selection after confirming Chris Vui will captain Samoa in their Rugby World Cup clash with Russia. Samoa...
Reece Hodge cited for dangerous tackle
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWallabies back Reece Hodge has been cited for the controversial tackle that left Fiji flanker Peceli Yato concussed during Saturday’s Rugby World Cup clash. Hodge appeared to tackle...
Watson knee injury adds to Scotland woes
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyGregor Townsend bemoaned Scotland's sluggish start in their loss to Ireland as he admitted to concern over the injured Hamish Watson. Hamish Watson's involvement at the Rugby...
Ireland 27-3 Scotland: Rory Best delighted with dominant win – video
7 years ago by The GuardianIreland’s Rugby World Cup campaign began in dominant fashion as they defeated Scotland 27-3. Tries from James Ryan, Rory Best, Tadhg Furlong and Andrew Conway brought a bonus point and put Ireland in...
2019 Rugby World Cup: Russia v Samoa
7 years ago by Rugby WorldThe Russians will be looking to bounce back from defeat by Japan against Samoa in KumagayaPassion: Samoa perform the Siva Tau before their recent Test against Australia (Getty Images)The Russians will...
Dominant Ireland claim an emphatic win in their RWC opener
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRory Best began his final Rugby World Cup campaign with a try as Ireland accelerated away from Scotland en route to an opening win. Ireland eased to a 27-3 Pool A win over Scotland in...
Italy win their Rugby World Cup opener for the first time since 1991
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyItaly won a Rugby World Cup opener for the first time since 1991 after triumphing in their Group B clash in Osaka. Italy had plenty to celebrate as Sergio Parisse and his team opened...
A look at Wales' opening game against Georgia
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAlun Wyn Jones has been lauded by Wales coach Warren Gatland as he prepares to rack up a landmark appearance against Georgia. Wales coach Warren Gatland hopes Alun Wyn Jones...
Rugby World Cup 2019: Italy v Namibia
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyItaly captain Sergio Parisse is appearing at a record-equalling fifth Rugby World Cup but insists he is not interested in personal goals. Sergio Parisse will earn a share of...
Rugby World Cup 2019: Japan 30-10 Russia
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJapan recovered from a rough start on Friday to begin their home Rugby World Cup campaign with victory over Russia in Tokyo. Kotaro Matsushima scored a superb hat-trick as hosts...
