Springbok v B&I Lions matches moved to just two cities - report
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAccording to reports, the British and Irish Lions are set to confirm that their rescheduled tour matches against the Springboks will move to just two cities and will consist of three Test matches instead...
Juan de Jongh returning to the Stormers?
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok centre Juan de Jongh is reportedly set to leave Wasps at the end of the season and is reportedly in ‘advanced negotiations to make a return to Western Province and the Stormers. According...
Trio of young guns commit to WPPR
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe trio of Nama Xaba, Kwenzo Blose and Evan Roos are the latest talented young players to commit their futures to Western Province Professional Rugby (WPPR). Flank Xaba (three years) and loosehead prop...
Law Trials Confirmed for Rainbow Cup
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThree law variations will be trialled in the Rainbow Cup starting next week, Red Card Replacements, Captain’s Challenge and Goal-line drop-outs all come in to affect for the tournament. Alan...
Pau stint could do wonders for confidence driven Jantjies
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyOn Tuesday, the Lions confirmed that franchise captain and their go-to flyhalf for the past decade was off to France as a medical joker for the latter stages of the TOP14 season. In a statement...
Jaco Coetzee touches down in Bath
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Stormers number 8 Jaco Coetzee has finally arrived in Bath and has been shown around Farleigh House. The 24 year-old – who signed for Bath in February – has completed his isolation...
Speedster Senatla signs on with Western Province
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpeedster Seabelo Senatla has committed to a two-year contract extension with Western Province Professional Rugby (WPPR). The fleet-footed wing, who is the all-time leading try-scorer...
Springboks start season preparations with alignment camps
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springboks’ preparations for the forthcoming international season will move up a gear in the next fortnight as Rassie Erasmus (Director of Rugby), Jacques Nienaber (head coach) and the rest of...
Frans Malherbe commits to Stormers & Western Province
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyPowerful Springbok tighthead prop Frans Malherbe has committed to Western Province and the Stormers going forward. The 30 year-old is a ‘one union man’ thus far, having debuted for...
Sky Sports out of contention for Pro16 broadcasting rights
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter being strong favourites to secure the broadcasting rights for the Pro16, Sky Sports have put themselves out of contention for the deal. The competition now seems set to stay with Premier...
