Class of 2022: Retiring Players XV
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 2021/22 season is drawing to a close which means several players will be bringing their careers to an end. We take a look at these players in the form of XV. 1. Rhys...
Matthieu Jalibert returns to top form in victory over Lyon
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyMatthieu Jalibert is back! After the heartbreak of missing France's 2022 Six Nations Grand Slam, Matthieu Jalibert is back in action and in form for Union Bordeaux Begles. The timing...
The Eight Players Ruled Out Of Wales Tests Against South Africa
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWayne Pivac has named his 33-player squad for the three-Test Series in South Africa this July. There are several notable absentees along with the welcomed returns of Dan Lydiate and George North. The...
Wales name squad for South Africa Test Series
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWales men’s head coach Wayne Pivac has named a 33-player squad for the three-Test Series in South Africa this July. It is Wales' first visit to the Republic since 2014 when Wales lost their...
England call up Arundell for first time ahead of Australia series
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHenry Arundell has impressed for London Irish and may now get a chance to stake a claim for an England squad place for the Australia series. England head coach Eddie Jones has included...
The latest player movement and rumours
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWe recap some of the top stories, rumours and recently confirmed moves. Gatland on the shortlist for USA job According to a report by the Daily...
Mack Hansen & Catherine Martin named 2021/22 Connacht Players of the Year
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyMack Hansen and Catherine Martin were the big winners at last night’s annual Connacht Rugby Awards Ball, with the pair named Men’s and Women’s Player of the Year for 2021/22. The...
Cullen relishing home-ground support but very wary of Toulouse
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe men of Leinster are eager for action as they embark on their semi-final showdown with defending champions, Toulouse, according to head coach Leo Cullen. Cullen has stuck with basically...
Cian Prendergast signs long-term Connacht contract until 2025
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyConnacht Rugby are delighted to announce that Cian Prendergast has signed a long-term deal with the club until 2025. Prendergast had 12 months remaining on his initial deal, but like Mack...
Laurent Labit hints that Antoine Dupont could feature at flyhalf for France
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFrance coach Laurent Labit has hinted that Antoine Dupont could feature at flyhalf for France in the future. The 2021 World Rugby Player of the Year captained France to a Six Nations Grand...
