England slump to defeat against Fiji as dismal World Cup build-up continues
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland’s dismal build-up to the World Cup reached its lowest ebb as they collapsed to their first defeat to a current tier-two nation by losing 30-22 to Fiji at Twickenham. Jonny May raced over...
South Africa lay marker down ahead of World Cup defence by thrashing New Zealand
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa laid down a marker ahead of their World Cup title defence by hammering New Zealand 35-7 in a warm-up clash at Twickenham. The reigning world champions dominated from the first whistle on...
Steve Borthwick has work to do – England v Fiji talking points
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland face Fiji at Twickenham on Saturday in a send-off for the World Cup that is fraught with danger given the Islanders have toppled Tonga, Japan and Samoa in recent weeks. Here the PA news...
Match Day Programme: Italy v Japan
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Azzurri will take on The Brave Blossoms in their final match of the Summer Nation Series. The game will be played at the Stadio Comunale Di Monigo, in Treviso on August 26th, 2023. Both teams will...
Top spot is there for the taking in the World Rugby Men’s Rankings
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTop spot is there for the taking in the World Rugby Men’s Rankings on a weekend when multiple teams could end up at an all-time high or low. New Zealand will end Ireland’s unbroken 13-month...
Salmaan Moerat named as new DHL Stormers captain for 2023/24 season.
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLock Salmaan Moerat has been named as the new DHL Stormers captain for the 2023/24 season. Moerat is no stranger to the role, having led the team in previous campaigns. The 25-year-old was in fact the...
A Final Curtain Call For the RWC: Pool D
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 2023 Rugby World Cup is rapidly approaching with the days counting down until the best sides across the globe head to France in search of glory. Teams have begun their preparations ahead of the global...
A Final Curtain Call For the RWC: Pool C
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 2023 Rugby World Cup is rapidly approaching with the days counting down until the best sides across the globe head to France in search of glory. Teams have begun their preparations ahead of the global...
A Final Curtain Call For the RWC: Pool B
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 2023 Rugby World Cup is rapidly approaching with the days counting down until the best sides across the globe head to France in search of glory. Teams have begun their preparations ahead of the global...
Final round of warm-ups: New Zealand vs South Africa
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWith the 2023 Rugby World Cup around the corner, New Zealand and South Africa will lock horns in their final warm-up match this tomorrow (25 August) before heading to France for the main tournament starting...
