Bigi called up to replace injured Manfredi for Scotland clash
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyMarco Manfredi will not be available for Italy's match against Scotland after Zebre Parma hooker underwent instrumental tests on the morning of Monday 4 March which highlighted a muscular distraction...
Ireland vs Wales: Media reaction
10 months ago by Ultimate Rugby“Men against boys” was the verdict of one UK-based writer after Ireland’s 31-7 victory over Wales on Saturday afternoon. Andy Farrell’s side were admittedly not firing on all cylinders...
England’s Joe Marler fired up by sight of Scottish Calcutta Cup celebrations
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyJoe Marler is desperate to help England wrestle back the Calcutta Cup on Saturday after growing exasperated with Scotland’s recent dominance of the fixture. The 33-year-old prop grew up in an era...
5 talking points as Scotland and England renew hostilities in Six Nations
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyScotland and England renew hostilities when they meet in rugby’s oldest international fixture at Murrayfield on Saturday. For both sides it is win or bust in a critical Guinness Six Nations round-three...
Talking points as Ireland look to continue Grand Slam hunt against winless Wales
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland face their next challenge on Saturday in the quest for historic back-to-back Six Nations Grand Slams. Andy Farrell’s team tackle Wales in Dublin, having taken pole position following bonus-point...
Scotland vs England Prediction and Preview
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWe look ahead to Saturday’s 2024 Guinness Men’s Six Nations match in Edinburgh with our Scotland vs England prediction and preview. Moving on after your heart has been...
World Rugby Men's Rankings preview: 24-25 February, 2024
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has published the ranking permutations for the third round of the Guinness Men's Six Nations this weekend. Permutation highlights: Ireland and France – the two highest ranked teams...
Danny Care: Cookies and saunas the secret behind England longevity
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe scrum-half is set to make his 99th international appearance in Saturday’s Calcutta Cup clash with Scotland. Danny Care has revealed the unconventional secret behind his career longevity as he...
Gareth Thomas feels a fast start will be key for Wales victory against Ireland
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyGareth Thomas believes a fast start is vital for Wales in their quest to claim an odds-defying victory over Guinness Six Nations title favourites Ireland on Saturday. Wales have been largely written off,...
Ben Earl: England equipped to deal with ‘anything that’s thrown at us’
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland are confident they have the composure to cope with any mind games played by Scotland in Saturday’s Calcutta Cup clash. The rivals collide in round three of the Guinness Six Nations, with...
