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Patrice Lagisquet: The man who unlocked Portugal's potential

10 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The former Os Lobos head coach looks back on his four years in charge, which included a stellar performance at Men's Rugby World Cup 2023. It all started with a simple approach to the president of the...

OPINION: It’s time for Ulster to push on and join European rugby’s elite

10 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Following their epic 22-21 win over Leinster at their Dublin fortress, Ulster coach Dan McFarland has challenged his squad to now push on and become one of Europe’s big hitters. “We...

Champions Cup Team of the Week Round 2

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Round two of the Champions Cup is complete with six games finishing with seven or less points splitting the sides. Away wins for Glasgow, Bath, Toulouse and Leicester in the competition with Toulouse the...

Cardiff change five for Bath showdown

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Cardiff Rugby have made five changes for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup clash against Bath (20:00). The Blue and Blacks welcome the West Country outfit to the Arms Park in Round Two of the European...

Will Collier to start for Quins

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Harlequins have named Will Collier in their starting squad for Sunday’s Investec Champions Cup match against Stade Toulousain at a sold-out Twickenham Stoop (KO 15:15 – live on TNT Sports).   The...

European Rugby: A look at how the Premiership sides fair going into the weekend

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

A weekend of tantalizing European action is in store as all ten Gallagher Premiership Rugby sides continue their Investec Champions Cup and Challenge Cup campaigns. A drama-filled opening round set the...

Japan Rugby League One Returns to Bumper Crowds

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The return of Japan Rugby League One has been met with enthusiasm by Japanese fans, with overall attendance across the six matches in Division One only narrowly below that achieved by the first round of...

Champions Cup round up late winners and star performances light up round one

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

After a thrilling first weekend, we’re taking a look at the key moments and best action from the Investec Champions Cup Round 1. Pollard perfection  Leicester Tigers’ fly-half...

Champions Cup Stat Leaders

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Most Points:   20: Handre Pollard - Leicester Tigers 18: Nolann le Garrec - Racing 92 16: Jurie Matthee - Stormers 16: Marcus Smith - Harlequins     Try Assists:   2: Gabriel...