‘Global rugby union tournament is only way to save the smaller nations’
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyGlobal rugby chiefs agreed in principle to back plans for a new biennial world championship — and were immediately presented with the consequences of failing to deliver the competition, writes TheTimes. The...
Mack Hansen signs new long-term deal with Connacht Rugby
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyConnacht Rugby have announced that Irish international Mack Hansen has committed his long-term future to the club by signing a new contract until 2025. Hansen had 12 months remaining on his...
Edinburgh announce player departures
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJames Johnstone (centre), Ramiro Moyano (wing), Nathan Chamberlain (stand-off) and Sam Grahamslaw (prop) all move on, joining Ben Toolis, Magnus Bradbury and George Taylor (retired), whose departures have...
Chris Ashton apologises to James Lowe after bad mouthing the Irish winger
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyChris Ashton labelled James Lowe as "too big, too heavy, too slow" while working as a tv pundit after the England v Ireland test at twickenham in 2020. It was James Lowe's second international appearance. "He...
Six Nations would be good for South Africa, says Etzebeth
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEben Etzebeth is open to the idea of South Africa playing in the Six Nations in future, saying he would "love" to participate in the competition. The Springboks are committed to playing in...
'Toulouse look incredibly dangerous' - Cullen
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLeinster progressed to the Champions Cup last four with a 23-14 win over Leicester Tigers at Welford Road after a steller first half performance. The Irish Province now face...
Munster lie in wait for defending champs, Toulouse
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA thunderous clash awaits the Aviva Stadium as Munster and Toulouse face off in the first of this weekend’s Champions Cup quarter finals. The match-up promises some of the best that...
Two key players return for Sale Sharks' Champions Cup quarter-final
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Sale Sharks have been boosted by two returning stars ahead of their trip to Paris where they face Racing 92 in the quarter-finals of the Champions Cup (Kick-Off 3pm BST – Live on BT Sport,...
James Ryan returns from injury for Leicester clash
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLeinster head coach Leo Cullen has named his Leinster Rugby team to take on Leicester Tigers in the last eight of the Heineken Champions Cup tomorrow (KO 5.30pm – LIVE on BT Sport). It’s...
Scotland A to play competitive fixture this June vs Chile
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyScotland A will play a competitive fixture this June when they take on Chile in the first match of the 2022 summer tour, ahead of the three-test series in Argentina. The match will...
