Smith ended the last eight victory over Fiji with a fat upper lip and a bandage on his head.
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySmith ended the last eight victory over Fiji with a fat upper lip and a bandage on his head. Marcus Smith was among a number of players placed on modified training as preparations began for Saturday’s...
Pollard, Moodie (RSA): 'This is not really pressure, this is privilege'
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyComments from South Africa fly-half Handre Pollard and centre Canan Moodie at a media briefing as they prepare for Saturday's second semi-final against England at Stade de France. Handre Pollard, fly-halfOn...
Defence coach Sinfield, Chessum (ENG): 'I'm not bothered if people are writing us off'
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyComments from England defence coach Kevin Sinfield and second-row Ollie Chessum at a media briefing as they prepare to face South Africa in the second semi-final at Stade de France on Saturday, 21 October. Kevin...
From the Touchline - Martinez memes and Sexton Jr goes viral
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby gathers some of the best off-field tales from Rugby World Cup 2023. Moroni channels his inner Martinez Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez played a huge role in helping Argentina secure the...
Fiji: Rugby World Cup 2023 review
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFiji enjoyed a history-making Rugby World Cup 2023 by reaching the last eight for the first time in 16 years and left a thrilling mark on the tournament. Abiding memory England back-row Courtney...
Owen Farrell deserves more credit from England fans – Richard Wigglesworth
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFarrell vindicated his selection ahead of George Ford at fly-half with a man-of-the-match display in Sunday’s 30-24 victory over Fiji. Owen Farrell is criticised unfairly and should receive greater...
Antoine Dupont questions referee after France lose thriller to South Africa
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe World Cup hosts were beaten 29-28 by the reigning champions in a semi-final for the ages. Antoine Dupont criticised the standard of refereeing after France crashed out of their home World Cup with...
WXV 1 teams welcomed to Wellington ahead of opening weekend
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe world’s leading women’s rugby players were officially welcomed to Aotearoa New Zealand today for the inaugural WXV 1 tournament, set to kick off in Wellington this weekend. Players from...
Keith Earls Confirms His Retirement From Rugby
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyKeith Earls has today confirmed his retirement from rugby with immediate effect, bringing the curtain down on a stellar and inspirational career with Munster and Ireland. The 36-year-old calls time...
Stats review - what do the figures reveal about the four semi-finalists?
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe quarter-finals all came down to the wire and so how did New Zealand, Argentina, South Africa and England make it through to the final four? Argentina v New Zealand, Stade de France New Zealand’s...
