Leitch returns as Japan ahead of Wallabies clash
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyJapan coach Eddie Jones has made six changes to his starting side for the Test against Australia, including bringing Michael Leitch and Ben Gunter into the back row for the clash with his former team. Totemic...
Rugby Australia announces 2025 awards finalists
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyThe finalists for the major awards for the 2025 Rugby Australia Awards have been confirmed. The ceremony will be held on Friday, with the winners announced on Rugby Australia's socials and the event to...
Tevita Mafileo called up by Scott Robertson
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks selectors have named their squad for the 2025 Grand Slam tour, which kicks off with ‘The Gallagher Cup – The Rematch’ against Ireland in Chicago, followed by matches against...
Harry Godfrey Injury Update
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyHurricanes playmaker Harry Godfrey has sustained a ruptured ACL while training with Hawke’s Bay in the NPC. He will require surgery and is expected to be unavailable for the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific...
Jone Rova signs on with Hurricanes until 2027
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyJone Rova has signed a two-year contract with the Hurricanes in a deal that will keep him at the club until 2027. A member of this year’s wider training group, Rova’s elevation to...
2026 Super Rugby Pacific draw unveiled
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe release of the Super Rugby Pacific draw for 2026 has revealed an action-packed schedule for a milestone season celebrating 30 years of Super Rugby. The draw features 77 round robin matches held across...
Reds Welcome Crusaders Blockbuster in 2026 Super Rugby Pacific Draw
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Queensland Reds will host the champion Crusaders at Suncorp Stadium for the first time in three years as a highlight of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific draw released today. The April 11 blockbuster...
Hurricanes announce 2026 Super Rugby Pacific draw
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Hurricanes have today announced their full season schedule for the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific campaign.With 14 regular season matches, the Hurricanes will stage six home matches within their region,...
Super Rugby opening fixtures and derbies
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbySuper Rugby teams have begun announcing a few of their opening round fixtures for the upcoming 2026 season with a few exicting derby clashes setting the tone for an electric season. See below: The schedule...
Ngani Laumape set to return as Hurricanes open 2026 campaign against Moana Pasifika
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Hurricanes are set to welcome former star Ngani Laumape to Wellington when they host Moana Pasifika in their opening match of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season. Five years on from his final outing...
