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Chiefs name young cohort to start PREM Cup final

3 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Exeter Chiefs’ young guns will line up alongside more experienced players to compete for silverware in Sunday’s PREM Rugby Cup final. One of the University of Exeter’s leading...

Townsend relishing 'challenge' of Ireland test with title on the line

3 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Gregor Townsend acknowledged Scotland's Six Nations title hopes are "out of our hands", as he made three changes to his side to take on Ireland. Scotland earned a sensational 50-40 win over France...

Gonzalo Quesada names the Italy squad for Saturday's clash at Principality Stadium in Cardiff

3 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Quesada, Head Coach of Italy has made three changes to the starting lineup that beat England.  The only change among the attacking midfielders is Alessandro Fusco, who returns to the midfield alongside...

Temo Matiu set for debut as France name their team to face England

3 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The French coaching staff have announced the lineup for the French XV that will face England. There are a few changes, including Joshua Brennan's first appearance in the 2026 Six Nations Championship and...

Oscar Jegou banned for four games

3 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

France (No. 7), Oscar Jegou, appeared before an independent Disciplinary Committee this afternoon via Zoom having been cited for an act of foul play contrary to Law 9.12 (specifically, contact with the...

Scola signs on for more at Saints

3 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

A member of Saints’ Academy since the age of 14, Scola has made rapid progress through the Club’s pathway and broke into senior rugby just a season after joining the men in Black, Green and...

'Banged up' Wainwright set to feature for Wales against Italy

3 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wales' number eight Aaron Wainwright is "banged up" but set to feature in their Six Nations finale against Italy on Saturday. Wainwright has been an ever-present in the Wales starting line-up...

Chessum replaces Underhill at flank for England

3 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

England men’s head coach Steve Borthwick has named his team to play France at Stade de France on Saturday 14 March (kick-off 8.10pm GMT, live on ITV1).Maro Itoje will captain a side with just one...

6 Nations Permutations; who will take the 2026 title?

3 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The 2026 Six Nations is set for one of the most dramatic conclusions in recent history. After an action-packed Round 4, which saw Scotland overcome France and Italy claim a historic first-ever victory...

Johnny Weimann commits his future to Northampton Saints

3 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

At just 19 years old, scrum-half Jonny Weimann has enjoyed a rapid rise at Northampton Saints. He first appeared in a Saints shirt in 2024 during an exhibition match against Sale Sharks.  Two months...