Maori All Blacks squad announced for Japan 2024
7 months ago by Ultimate RugbyMāori All Blacks selectors of Ross Filipo (Muaūopko), Roger Randle (Ngāti Awa), Greg Feek (Ngāti Kahugunu) and Jamie Joseph (Ngāti Maniapoto, Ngāti Rārua, Rangitāne) have announced a 28-strong...
All Blacks squad named for Steinlager Ultra Low Carb Series
7 months ago by Ultimate RugbyScott Barrett has been named as the new All Blacks captain, with a 32-strong squad including five uncapped players announced today ahead of the 2024 Steinlager Ultra Low Carb Series.The squad selected...
Scott Barrett and Codie Taylor recommit to New Zealand Rugby until 2027
7 months ago by Ultimate RugbySenior All Blacks Scott Barrett and Codie Taylor have extended their commitment to New Zealand Rugby (NZR) through to the 2027 Rugby World Cup.The new deal will extend both players existing contracts for...
New Zealand name their U20 squad ahead of the U20 Championship
7 months ago by Ultimate RugbyFresh from winning the inaugural The Rugby Championship (TRC) Under 20 tournament, the New Zealand squad for the upcoming World U20 Championships has been named.The team heads to South Africa next month,...
Japan Rugby League One Preview: Final Round
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbyKoroibete (Wallabies) v Naikabula (Brave Blossoms). Matusda (Brave Blossoms) v Mo’unga (All Blacks). Cornelsen(Brave Blossoms) v Leitch (Brave Blossoms). Gunter (Brave Blossoms) v Frizell (All Blacks)....
Sean Maitland to retire from rugby
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbySARACENS CAN TODAY REVEAL THAT SEAN MAITLAND WILL RETIRE FROM RUGBY AT THE END OF THE SEASON. The winger, who has been at the forefront of the game for well over a decade will hang up his boots after...
Japan Rugby League One 2023-24 Semi-fianls preview
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbySaitama Panasonic Wild Knights (1) v Yokohama Canon Eagles (4)Saturday May 18 at Prince Chichibu Memorial Stadium, Tokyo, 2.05pm (JT) Just how long can this continue?It’s now over a decade since...
Black Ferns Pacific Four Series squad named
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbyBlack Ferns coaches Allan Bunting, Steve Jackson, Mike Delany, Tony Christie and Dan Cron have named a 30-strong squad for the Pacific Four Series including three home Tests in Hamilton, Auckland and Christchurch.The...
New Zealand U20 team named to play South Africa U20
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbyHurricanes and Manawatū hooker Vernon Bason will captain the New Zealand Under 20 team against South Africa in the opening match of the inaugural Rugby Championship Under 20 Tournament at Sunshine Coast...
Jack Mesley appointed CEO of Super Rugby Pacific
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbySydney-based Mesley, who will commence in the role on 22 July, boasts more than 20 years of professional experience in marketing and operations, and currently holds the position of Chief Commercial Officer...