NZR boss says it is 'impossible' for Gatland to coach All Blacks and Lions
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby (NZR) CEO Steve Tew said it would be "impossible" for Warren Gatland to coach the All Blacks and British and Irish Lions as the Wales boss prepares to vacate his role following the Rugby...
Liam Williams ruled out of the Rugby World Cup
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWales fullback Liam Williams has been ruled out for the rest of the Rugby World Cup after picking up an ankle injury in training. According to reports, the injury is so bad that the 28-year-old...
Eddie Jones reinstates Ford-Farrell combination for RWC semi-final
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland head coach Eddie Jones has named his team to play New Zealand in the Rugby World Cup semi final. Captain Owen Farrell is named at inside centre with George Ford selected at fly...
Swys De Bruin joins Southern Kings with immediate effect
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFollowing his shock depature from the Lions, the Southern Kings have today announced that Swys de Bruin has joined their team as a coaching consultant. De Bruin is a widely sought-after rugby...
Swys de Bruin leaves the Lions coaching set up
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Lions and coach Swys de Bruin have parted ways. de Bruin was with the union for 7 seasons winning the Vodacom Cup, Currie Cup and making 3 Super rugby finals.
Rob Howley: a successful player and coach who struggled to win hearts
7 years ago by The GuardianThe Wales attack coach, who has been sent home over betting claims, has rarely enjoyed public popularity“The future can wait,” were the final words Rob Howley uttered in the last interview he gave...
Weekend Round Up
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyUSA name 31-man squad for the Rugby World Cup The USA has officially announced the 31-player squad for Rugby World Cup Japan 2019. Head Coach Gary Gold has named...
Smith delighted as Free Staters taste Currie Cup glory
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFree State Cheetahs coach Franco Smith was a delighted man after his team survived a strong second-half fightback from the Xerox Golden Lions – in front of a passionate crowd of close to 39,000 fans...
Cheetahs hold on for sixth Currie Cup
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Cheetahs raced away from the Lions and then held on for an ultimately nervy 31-28 Currie Cup triumph in Bloemfontein, earning their sixth title. The two sides had finished level on points...
Josh Strauss joins Stade Francais on loan
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyStade Francais have today announced that Josh Strauss has signed a short-term deal with the club as a medical joker for at least three months. 🃏 Un joueur d'expérience...
