Fabien Galthie drops Damian Penaud and other big names
1 hour ago by Ultimate RugbyFabien Galthie has named his squad for the 2026 Six Nations and has dropped Damian Penaud, Gregory Alldritt and Gael Fickou from the side. There are 42 players in total as they prepare to face Ireland...
Fixtures announced for historic Howden British & Irish Lions Women’s Series in NZ in 2027
9 hours ago by Ultimate RugbyThe first-ever Howden British & Irish Lions Women’s Series to New Zealand has taken a major step forward, with fixture dates, oppositions, cities and host...
Hurricanes to host Chiefs in Porirua pre-season clash
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Hurricanes are set to head to Porirua for their final pre-season fixture against the Chiefs at Jerry Collins Stadium next month. Home to numerous Hurricanes past and present, Porirua will host...
AJ Lam signs with ASM Clermont
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyAJ Lam, the Blues wing/centre, has signed with Top 14 club, ASM Clermont. Lam will join the side following the 2026 Super Rugby season. Lam has played in the NPC for Auckland since 2019 and was drafted...
Savea shines in New Zealand Rugby Awards
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyArdie Savea’s dominant performances across the rugby season have been reflected in the New Zealand Rugby Awards, with the 32-year-old acknowledged as the best player in the country in 2025. In...
Japan Rugby League One 2025-26 Season Preview
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Stories within ‘The Story’ Richie Mo’unga for the title hattrick? Is this Dave Rennie’s time? A new boss at the Wild Knights? Will Mark Teleabe the new Joseph Manu? Can Valynce...
Ikitau, O'Connor return to Wallaby gold for Ireland Test
2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby2025 John Eales Medallist Len Ikitau will return to the Wallaby gold against Ireland at Aviva Stadium on Saturday night (local time). The 27-year-old will reignite his partnership with Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii...
Wider Training Groups locked in for 2026
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyFollowing the announcement of the 38-strong DHL Super Rugby Pacific squads, New Zealand Rugby’s (NZR) five Super Rugby clubs have announced their Wider Training...
Super Rugby Pacific squads named for 2026 season
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbySuper Rugby Pacific squads named for 2026 season As Super Rugby Pacific prepares to celebrate 30 years, all 11 clubs have announced their squads for the 2026 season. Fan favourites will...
Wallabies team confirmed to play England at Twickenham
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWallabies coaches have confirmed the team to play England in London on Saturday evening local time. Tighthead prop Taniela Tupou returns to the starting side for the first time since the first Bledisloe...
