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Team News - Union Bordeaux Begles - Champions Cup

4 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

Compared to the last TOP 14 away match in Lyon, there are 8 changes to the starting XV, including 5 in the forwards and 3 in the backs : In the front row Jefferson Poirot (rested...

Italy Women's training squad for Six Nations 2026

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Italian Women's National Rugby Team's coach, Fabio Roselli, has selected the 34 players who will be part of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations squad. The squad combines experience and freshness:...

France Women's Training squad for the Six Nations 2026 announced.

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

François Ratier (Head Coach of the French Women's XV)  : " This second training camp is a continuation of the work begun a month ago. The selection of this 38-player squad...

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

3 weeks 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...

Key dates confirmed for 2026/27 Champions and Challenge Cup season

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

EPCR, the tournament organiser of the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup, has confirmed key dates for the 2026/27 season, with the EPCR Finals Weekend set to take place on Friday 21 and Saturday...

Barbarians announce fixtures and coaches for summer tour

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Barbarian F.C. is delighted to announce a blockbuster international fixture against South Africa at the iconic Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) on Saturday,20 June 2026, kicking...

Jermaine Ainsley signs for Saracens

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Saracens confirmed the signing of prop Jermaine Ainsley from Lyon ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. Born and raised in New Zealand, Ainsley moved to Western Australia in pursuit of an opportunity to establish...

Italy announce Team for Scotland clash at the Stadio Olimpico

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Italy head coach Gonzalo Quesada has named his squad to face Scotland on Saturday, 7 February, with kick-off scheduled for 3:10 PM at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome. The match will be broadcast live on Sky...

World Cup winning head coach John Mitchell commits future to the Red Roses

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Rugby World Cup-winning head coach John Mitchell has signed a long-term contract with the Red Roses. The World Rugby Coach of the Year, who led England to World Cup glory in 2025, has committed his future...

Fabien Galthie drops Damian Penaud and other big names

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Fabien Galthie has named his squad for the 2026 Six Nations and has dropped Damian Penaud, Gregory Alldritt and Gael Fickou from the side. There are 42 players in total as they prepare to face Ireland...