Ben Earl’s ‘ceiling is way off’ as England star strives to become ‘world class’
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyBen Earl is unsatisfied with his rampaging display against Ireland as his pursuit of becoming world class demands he develops into the complete back row. England’s number eight was named official...
Calvin Nash and Ciaran Frawley on track to be fit for Scotland showdown
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland pair Calvin Nash and Ciaran Frawley are on track to feature in Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations title decider with Scotland, according to assistant coach Simon Easterby. Munster wing Nash,...
Box office Feyi-Waboso and Garbisi’s redemption – Six Nations talking points
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThere were wins for Italy, England and France in an enthralling round four of the Guinness Six Nations that ensures there will be something at stake in all three final games of the tournament. Here Ultimate...
Andy Farrell dismisses talk of Six Nations ‘anti-climax’ after Grand Slam bid ends
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAndy Farrell dismissed suggestions retaining the Guinness Six Nations title could now feel like an anti-climax after Ireland’s hyped quest for back-to-back Grand Slams was crushed. The reigning...
England vs Ireland: A look at the numbers
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyIn a pre-match interview that took place during the week, Ireland coach Andy Farrell said that England were a dangerous team. Indeed England proved to be a team to not be taken lightly, as they secured...
5 talking points as England host Grand Slam-chasing Ireland
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland and Ireland clash in round four of the Guinness Six Nations at Twickenham on Saturday, with the 142nd meeting between the rivals packed with significance and sub-plots. Here, the PA news...
Farrell Names Ireland Team To Face England At Twickenham
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyHead Coach Andy Farrell has named his Ireland Match Day Squad for Saturday’s Guinness Men’s Six Nations clash against England at Twickenham (Kick-off 4.45pm). Peter O’Mahony captains...
Hume, O’Toole and Reffell commit to Ulster
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyJames Hume, Tom O’Toole and Sean Reffell are set to remain with the province for the coming years. After captaining his home province to a bonus-point win at Kingspan Stadium on Saturday...
England vs Ireland: Match Preview
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbySteve Borthwick's England opened their campaign with a 24-27 victory away to Italy before hosting Wales in a tightly-contested encounter at Twickenham. The side return to Twickenham...
Grand Slam-chasing Ireland could welcome back quartet for England showdown
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyGarry Ringrose, Hugo Keenan, Iain Henderson and Oli Jager are in contention for Ireland’s Guinness Six Nations clash with England after training on Tuesday. Leinster centre Ringrose is yet to feature...