Dafydd Jenkins will lead Wales ‘in mould of Alun Wyn Jones’ – Warren Gatland
11 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Exeter lock has won rave reviews for his leadership. Warren Gatland has paid new Wales captain Dafydd Jenkins a major compliment by saying he expects to see him “in the mould of Alun Wyn Jones”. Jenkins...
A look at the Champions Cup last 16
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbySaracens will aim to get revenge for their record European defeat when they return to Bordeaux Begles in the Investec Champions Cup last 16. The Premiership champions were thrashed 55-15 by...
Top Performers: Perpignan vs Newcastle Falcons
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyDespite Perpignan entring the half-time break with a 13-9 lead, Newcaslte Falcons managed put on an attacking masterclass in the second half ending their winless streak in the Challenge Cup: Here are our...
Leicester vs Leinster: A look at the numbers
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe third round in the Champions cup saw a mammoth clash between last seasons finalists Leinster and Premiership rugby giants Leicester Tigers. The men from Ireland would put on an extremely spirited...
Ojomoh and Gallagher brought in to face Stade Toulousain
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyReady for their biggest challenge in Europe so far, Bath Rugby head to Toulouse this weekend to face the champions of France's Top 14 league. Fresh from his call-up to England's Six Nations squad,...
Team news: Falcons side for Perpignan trip
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyNewcastle Falcons have named their side for Sunday’s EPCR Challenge Cup trip to French club, Perpignan. England Under-20s back Ben Redshaw comes in for the 1pm UK-time kick-off at Stade Aime Giral,...
Steve Diamond joins Newcastle Falcons
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyNewcastle Falcons have announced the appointment of Steve Diamond as consultant director of rugby. The vastly-experienced Lancastrian will take up his new role next month, with current head coach...
Exeter boss backing ‘calm character’ Immanuel Feyi-Waboso to thrive with England
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyChiefs wing is pushing hard for England Six Nations selection. Exeter boss Rob Baxter has backed “calm character” Immanuel Feyi-Waboso to make the most of his opportunity with England. The...
Snowsill: Allianz Premiership Womens Rugby stars forging the way for inaugural Lions squad
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Bristol Bears and Wales fly-half Elinor Snowsill is confident Allianz Premiership Women’s Rugby home nation stars will be at forefront of the newly formed British & Irish Lions women’s...
Additional fixtures announced in Bath Rugby calendar
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyBath Rugby is pleased to confirm TWO additional fixtures in the club’s calendar, welcoming Gloucester Rugby and Leinster Rugby to The Rec. Seeing a replay of what is one of Bath Rugby’s...
