Cardiff name eight new faces in URC opener
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyCardiff will hand competitive debuts to eight players as they kick-off the new BKT United Rugby Championship season at home against Zebre Parma on Friday night (19:35 KO). With another season of change...
A new beginning for Cardiff coach Sherratt
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyFor Matt Sherratt, there’s the sense of a new beginning as he embarks on his second season as Cardiff Rugby’s head coach. It’s been a summer of major change at the Arms Park both on...
URC: All the big insights for round 1
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWe've rounded up some of the best stats to get you ready for the new season. EDINBURGH V LEINSTER Edinburgh Ben Healy scored more points than any other player last season, a total of 175. His...
Match Officials for Round 1 of the URC
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe match officials appointments of the BKT United Rugby Championship Round 1 fixtures have been confirmed and are available alongside TV listings below. To avoid a clash with the Carling Currie...
Wales star Owen Watkin loving his leading role
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyOwen Watkin is relishing his new found responsibility for club and country as he sets his sights on a major career milestone. The Ospreys centre started both Tests on Wales’ summer tour...
Sheehan, Gibson Park and Snyman still not free to play
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyLeinster Rugby Head Coach Leo Cullen has issued an injury update ahead of Friday's BKT United Rugby Championship Round 1 match against Edinburgh in Hive Stadium (KO: 7.35pm, live on TG4 and Premier Sports...
Glasgow embracing life as champions
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyFranco Smith insists Glasgow Warriors are embracing the challenge of having a target on their back as BKT URC champions. Smith’s team won the title in thrilling fashion at the end of last...
Where To Watch URC Round 1
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyROUND 1 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 Cardiff Rugby v Zebre Parma Cardiff Arms Park, Cardiff – KO 19.35 IRE & UK / 20.35 ITA & SA Live on: BBC Wales, Premier Sports, SuperSport, Flo...
Statement from the URC regarding Premiership discussions
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyContrary to media reports the BKT United Rugby Championship is not engaged in discussions regarding a British & Irish league. Since the introduction of the four South African teams...
Doris to captain Leinster this season
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyLeinster and Ireland back row Caelan Doris has been named Leinster Rugby captain ahead of the start of the 2024/25 season. The 26-year-old made his Leinster debut against Connacht in April 2018. A season...
