Simon Easterby admits Ireland may need to win ‘ugly’ in South Africa clash
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland must be adaptable and prepared to grind out an “ugly” win against reigning world champions South Africa, according to defence coach Simon Easterby. Andy Farrell’s men head to...
Kyle Steyn urges Scotland to match Tonga physicality in Rugby World Cup clash
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyKyle Steyn has warned Scotland they must be ready to match Tonga’s physicality and passion if they are to secure the bonus-point win they require in the Rugby World Cup this weekend. The Scots go...
Nienaber makes wholesale changes for Rugby World Cup duel with Ireland
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok coach Jacques Nienaber made 13 personnel changes and a positional switch as well naming a seven-one split in favour of the forwards on the replacements’ bench for Saturday’s third...
Scotland full-back Ollie Smith eager for another taste of World Cup action
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyOllie Smith’s first taste of playing for Scotland at a World Cup has left him craving more after he was blown away by the atmosphere inside the “awesome” Stade Velodrome. The...
RWC Round 3: Italy vs. Uruguay match preview
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySix days after their heroic performance in Lille, when they pushed much-fancied France to the limit, Uruguay are back in action – this time against Italy in a match that has more than simply this...
Pollard joins Boks; Etzebeth declared fit for Ireland
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHandre Pollard reported for duty at the Springbok camp in Paris on Monday as the national coaches began to put the building blocks in place for their important Rugby World Cup Pool B encounter against...
No change for Springboks in rankings after Romania hammering
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFiji’s first win over Australia since 1954 has been rewarded with a one-place gain in the latest World Rugby rankings. Sunday’s historic 22-15 victory in Saint-Étienne puts Fiji...
SA Rugby speaks on Springbok alternate jerseys
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springboks have faced some backlash regarding their alternate kit. Earlier today South African Rugby (SA Rugby) released a statement. The Springbok primary jersey of green and gold is always worn...
South Africa fly-half Pollard to replace injured hooker Marx
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa have confirmed that fly-half Handre Pollard has replaced hooker Malcolm Marx in their squad for Rugby World Cup 2023. Marx suffered a "long-term" knee injury in training on Wednesday,...
Kyle Steyn desperate for Scotland recall after missing South Africa clash
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyKyle Steyn is desperate to earn a return to the Scotland squad for next Sunday’s World Cup match against Tonga after being left devastated by his omission for the opening defeat by his birth country...
