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Former Wallabies star Folau injured on Test rugby return with Tonga

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Having switched his international allegiance, Israel Folau's Tonga debut was a day to forget after he was forced off injured early on.   Ex-Australia back Israel Folau saw his return to Test rugby...

Wallabies hungry for first Test win against England since 2015

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

It is a fixture with no shortage of rivalry and needle as Australia host England at the Optus Stadium in Perth.     Former Wallaby coach Eddie Jones returns to his homeland at the head of a...

JAPAN v FRANCE: Preview, Stats, Facts and Lineups

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Japan host France in Aichi on Saturday in what is just the fourth official meeting between the two sides since 1973.   The sides have met on 10 occasions, although France did not award...

'It was like Bryan Habana!' – Jones impressed with uncapped Arundell

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

A scintillating long-range try in training has earned Henry Arundell comparisons to Bryan Habana from England boss Eddie Jones.   Henry Arundell could be a "significant player"...

Hooper says Australia will 'rip in' against fierce rivals England in first Test

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Australia have lost their past eight Tests against England and Michael Hooper says it is time to end that miserable run.   Michael Hooper says Australia are ready to "rip in" and "turn...

South Africa's top spot on the World Rugby rankings under siege

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

South Africa's number one ranking is on the line this weekend, with New Zealand, France and Ireland capable of usurping the Springboks.       World Rugby have published...

Damian de Allende, Lood de Jager sign for Japanese club

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Rugby World Cup-winning Springboks Damian de Allende and Lood de Jager are off to Japan next season.   Japan Rugby League One side the Panasonic Wild Knights have confirmed that the...

Louwrens locked in for 2023 and 2024

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Melbourne Rebels have added another player with international experience to their 2023 squad, announcing former Rebel, Ryan Louwrens, will be returning to AAMI Park.   Louwrens has committed...

The weekend's test team lineups

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Here are the test teamsheets for this weekend.   JAPAN V FRANCE       View this post on Instagram       A post shared by Ultimate Rugby (@ultimaterugby) NEW...

Eddie Jones has respect of England players but must start delivering results, says Gregan

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

England endured another poor Six Nations campaign, but George Gregan believes under-fire Eddie Jones has the backing of his squad.       Eddie Jones has the respect of England's...