SA 7s: Ngcobo wants to win the battle and the war in Dubai
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springbok Sevens squad start will start the Emirates Dubai Sevens on Friday with a healthy dose of reality, but also the expectation that the hard work done on the training field and some personnel...
Blitzboks eager to build on Dubai legacy
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWearing the mantle of defending champions and nine-time winners of the Dubai Sevens is one thing, but arriving at The Sevens Stadium bereft of top form, playing in a tough pool and with a number of new...
URC the perfect breeding ground for NextGen Springboks
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyOne of the significant features to come out of the Springboks’ Autumn Nations Series this month – and the November international series in general – was how it underlined the role played...
Rugby World Cup 2023: Seven matches you should get excited about
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn less than 10 months’ time, the wait for Rugby World Cup 2023 will come to an end as France take on New Zealand in an opening match that has all the ingredients to be a classic. While...
Energy and anticipation for new Blitzboks
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThey have the most experienced Blitzbok of all times in Branco du Preez in their midst, but where the veteran arrived in Dubai for the ninth time, there are also three of his Springbok Sevens team mates...
Force sign first Brazilian in Super Rugby
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Western Force has announced the long-term signing of Brazilian prop Wilton Rebolo ahead of the 2023 Super Rugby Pacific season. The 27-year-old, who can play tight head prop and hooker, has...
One final twist in World Rugby Men’s Rankings
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAs the Autumn Nations Series comes to a close, Australia climb the rankings after a dramatic 39-34 win over Wales while South Africa fall just short of taking third place off New Zealand following a 27-13...
Wales seek redemption as Australia hunt second tour victory
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 45th Test between Wales and Australia is set to play out this weekend in Cardiff as the Welsh seek some redemption after a shock result last weekend against Georgia: The present...
Young’s Cardiff Intent on Making a Statement in South Africa
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCardiff Rugby boss Dai Young says it will need a nine out of 10 performance from his team to claim a statement BKT United Rugby Championship victory out in South Africa. The Arms Park side take...
Last time they faced off: Wales 29-28 Australia: Priestland kick denies Wallabies at the death
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA last-gasp penalty from Rhys Priestland denied 14-man Australia a memorable comeback against Wales at the Principality Stadium on 20 Novemebr 2021. Smarting from a 32-15 defeat to England, the...
