URC - Round 13 Wrap Up
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyTHE SECRET TO SMITH’S SUCCESS Franco Smith continues to work his magic with Glasgow Warriors who extended their unbeaten run in all competitions to nine matches with a 42-28 bonus point victory...
Dan McFarland reflects on tough period for Ulster
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyUlster delighted their home fans as they powered past the Stormers in what was a strong, convincing victory at Kingspan Stadium – an effort which suggested that their recent difficult patch might...
Sharks fly SA flag on tough weekend of Vodacom URC action
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Cell C Sharks were the only South African side to register a victory in a disappointing round of matches for the domestic Vodacom United Rugby Championship teams, but despite this, three of the four...
Warriors must be aware of the second half Dragons
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyGlasgow Warriors will need to be on their guard when they come out for the second half at Rodney Parade on Saturday afternoon. Dragons RFC have scored eight of their 29 BKT URC tries this season in the...
Vermaak brings up DHL Stormers 50 in Belfast
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyProp Ali Vermaak will play his 50th match for the DHL Stormers in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship encounter in Belfast on Friday night. The two teams will square off at 21h35 SA...
DHL Stormers coach Dobson on the delights of touring
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyJohn Dobson is delighted with the challenge of the BKT United Rugby Championship, and that delight is not exclusive to the on-field battles. Dobson is loving the cultural experience that so few get to...
Anayi: South African Entry Has Strengthened URC & Europe
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyIt’s been a pretty eventful eight years since Martin Anayi took over as chief executive of what is now the BKT United Rugby Championship. “It’s eight years and three children for me!”...
Dayimani staying in DHL Stormers colours
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyLoose forward Hacjivah Dayimani has signed a contract extension that will see him stay in DHL Stormers colours until at least 2025. The dynamic Dayimani has made a big impression since...
URC Preview: Ulster v Stormers
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyAt Kingspan Stadium, Belfast, 7.35pm Referee: Mike Adamson (SRU, 67 th competition game) Assistant: Andrew Cole, Paul Haycock (both IRFU) TMO: Andrew McMenemy (SRU) Overall URC head-to-head record:...
Life On The Road With The Emirates Lions - Next Stop Galway
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyFrom Cork to Paris, from the Gwent valleys to Galway, life on the road continues for the Emirates Lions as they now switch their focus back to the United Rugby Championship. Following trips to Munster...