New agreement between FFR and LNR and potential "France Development" match
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe new agreement between the FFR and the LNR, concerning the release of players for international periods, has just been unveiled. We learn of the return of groups of 42 players, but also the possibility...
Clayton McMillan announced as All Blacks XV Head Coach
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyClayton McMillan has been announced as Head Coach of the All Blacks XV and will lead the team on a two-match Northern Tour with Assistant Coaches Jamie Mackintosh (Forwards), David Hill (Attack) and Cory...
Top 3: Quick men in Round 2 of the Premiership
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyIt is a wingers’ league and we are just living in it. That was certainly how it felt in Round 2 of Gallagher Premiership Rugby where wingers combined for 12 tries across five matches on a thrilling...
Springboks targeting redemption with glory on the line
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa had the chance to clinch their first Rugby Championship title since 2019 last Saturday, only to be edged out by Argentina, setting up a grandstand finish. Rassie Erasmus' side had a...
Everything you need to know about WXV 2024
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyHong Kong China, Madagascar and the Netherlands will make their WXV 3 debuts this weekend as the global women’s tournament returns with Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 qualification on the line. Three...
World Rugby Women's Rankings preview: 27-29 September, 2024
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has published the ranking permutations for the opening round of WXV 2024 matches in Canada, South Africa and the United Arab Emirates this week. Permutation highlights: Defending...
World Rugby Men's Rankings preview: 28-29 September, 2024
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has published the ranking permutations for the final round of The Rugby Championship 2024 and other international matches in Europe, Africa and South America this weekend. Permutation highlights: South...
Fainga’anuku set to return to Crusaders in 2026
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Crusaders are excited to confirm Leicester Fainga’anuku will return to the franchise for the 2026 season on a two-year contract. The 24-year-old was a star of the Crusaders back line since his...
Glasgow embracing life as champions
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyFranco Smith insists Glasgow Warriors are embracing the challenge of having a target on their back as BKT URC champions. Smith’s team won the title in thrilling fashion at the end of last...
Fixtures for Guinness Women's Six Nations 2025 confirmed
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyA momentous year for the women's game kicks off in 2025 with the Guinness Women's Six Nations - the fixtures for which have today been revealed. Women’s rugby will take centre stage...
