Pacific Nations Cup returns in July for its 15th edition
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFiji will host the World Rugby Pacific Nations Cup 2022, which also features Australia A, Samoa and Tonga, from 2-16 July with matches taking place in Suva and Lautoka. The tournament...
Pierre Schoeman re-signs with Edinburgh Rugby
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFan favourite Pierre Schoeman has re-signed with Edinburgh Rugby, the Club confirmed on Thursday. Schoeman, 28, puts pen-to-paper on an extension which sees the nine-times...
‘Global rugby union tournament is only way to save the smaller nations’
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyGlobal rugby chiefs agreed in principle to back plans for a new biennial world championship — and were immediately presented with the consequences of failing to deliver the competition, writes TheTimes. The...
Unions in talks about massive shake-up of international rugby scene
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA massive development is in the pipeline with regard to the international rugby scene. The proposed idea of the Nations Championship – a competition involving twelve teams (England,...
Players out to show all that glitters is Blue at Eden Park
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe boys are firmly focussed on a performance of quality to celebrate their return home to Eden Park where they take on the Melbourne Rebels on Friday night. While they return from two...
Cardiff Rugby sign Wallaby, Lopeti Timani
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCardiff Rugby are thrilled to announce the signing of Lopeti Timani from RC Toulonnaise. The 6ft 5ins, 19 stone second-row will arrive at the Arms Park in the summer to provide further muscle...
Israel Folau return imminent and could face the Wallabies
3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby50 years after Tonga beat Australia at Ballymore they could face again in Brisbane. Tonga coach and Wallaby legend, Toutai Kefu, is hoping the two sides will meet next year on the 50th anniversary of that...
The journey of Folau Fakatava
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFrom the humble beginnings of Tonga to the bright lights of Forsyth Barr Stadium. Learn the story of Folau Fakatava.
Israel Folau hungry to turn out for Tonga
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Wallaby fullback Israel Folau has indicated a strong interest in turning out for Tonga in next year’s World Cup in France. Folau, who currently plays for the Shining Arcs in...
France and Georgia move up World Rugby Men’s Rankings
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFrance have replaced New Zealand in second place in the World Rugby Men’s Rankings. With a third of a rating point earned for their 25-13 Grand Slam-winning victory over...
