wales

X-Factor Players Will be the Key in United Rugby Championship Welsh Derby

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Dragons coach Dai Flanagan says it will be a case of brothers doing battle in Saturday’s east Wales derby against near neighbours Cardiff at the Arms Park (5.15pm, Premier Sports). He says his players...

Friday's United Rugby Championship Teams

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The teams for Friday's Round 5 fixtures of the United Rugby Championship have been named with all details of match officials and broadcast information below.   TEAM NEWS HEADLINES   #OSPvSTO Rhys...

Eddie Jones attempts to lure South African prodigy to England

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

  Eddie Jones is planning a swoop for one of South Africa’s most highly-rated youngsters Sacha Mngomezulu.   The Stormers and South African u20s star holds an English passport...

Du Preez twins to remain at the AJ Bell

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The powerhouse twin duo of Jean-Luc and Dan du Preez have penned new deals which will keep them in the Sale jersey until the end of the 2025-26 season.   The club released the following statement:   “Sale...

Charlie bounces back from disappointment to star in New Zealand

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

When it was announced that Rugby World Cup 2021 will be hosted by New Zealand a couple of years ago, Springbok Women loosehead prop Sanelisiwe Charlie barely took notice, let alone started online searches...

URC Match Officials Announcement Round 5

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The match officials appointments of the BKT United Rugby Championship Round 5 fixtures have been confirmed and are available alongside TV listings below.     FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14 Ospreys v...

Wales Women injury update: Butchers ruled out of tournament

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wales have received a huge blow with the news that Alisha Buthers will play no further part in the Women’s World Cup after sustaining a serious knee injury.    Butchers picked up the...

Wallabies: The imminent return of Michael Hooper

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Revered Wallaby leader Michael Hooper is on the verge of a return to the international arena as the team gears up for the Autumn Nations Cup.    Hooper has not been in the gold jersey since...

Dai Flanagan: You Have To Be At Your Best To Pick Up Points In This League

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

As a self-confessed rugby nause, the BKT United Rugby Championship is right up Dai Flanagan’s street.   The Dragons RFC coach relishes the different kind of challenges thrown up week-in, week-out...

Northampton Saints sign Worcester Warriors flyhalf

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Northampton Saints have announced the signing of Fin Smith from Worcester Warriors with the 20-year-old joining the club with immediate effect.   The England u20 star has been linked with a...