France in unfamiliar territory and Wales just miss record – Six Nations stats
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe opening round of the 2024 Guinness Six Nations produced three eventful games. France prop up the Guinness Six Nations table for the first time in over a decade while Wales narrowly missed out on a...
Kenya and China win World Rugby HSBC Sevens Challenger in Dubai
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAt the end of three days of intense, high quality competition it was Kenya men and China women who took top honours at the opening round of the World Rugby HSBC Sevens Challenger 2024 in Dubai. Kenya...
Sevens captains ready for the challenge in Dubai
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyOpening round of the World Rugby HSBC Sevens Challenger 2024 takes place at The Sevens Stadium in Dubai on 12-14 January The 12-team men’s and women’s competition format replicates the Olympic...
Matthews extends deal with Glasgow Warriors
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJohnny Matthews confirmed there was no hesitation in putting pen to paper on a new deal with Glasgow Warriors, after the hooker agreed to extend his stay at Scotstoun until at least the summer of...
Bears sign Pumas U20 star Benjamín Grondona
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHighly rated Argentina U20 international back row Benjamín Grondona has joined Bristol Bears with immediate effect, the club can confirm. The 19-year-old brother of current Bears and Argentina...
New Year Has Terenure Eyeing Up More Success Under Skehan
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTerenure College head coach Sean Skehan and captain Harrison Brewer played key roles in the club winning the All-Ireland League Division 1A, Bateman Cup, Leinster Senior League, and Leinster Senior Cup...
Patrice Lagisquet: The man who unlocked Portugal's potential
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe former Os Lobos head coach looks back on his four years in charge, which included a stellar performance at Men's Rugby World Cup 2023. It all started with a simple approach to the president of the...
Monaco set to host World Rugby Sevens Repechage for Paris 2024 Olympics
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe rugby sevens repechage tournament for the Olympic Games Paris 2024 will take place in Monaco on 21-23 June, 2024. The prestigious event returns to Stade Louis II, which also hosted final qualification...
Henry Arundell chooses Racing 92 over England in two-year deal
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHenry Arundell will be unavailable for England selection until 2026 after agreeing a two-year contract extension with Racing 92. Arundell, one of the most exciting talents in the English game, cannot...
Pools announced for World Rugby HSBC Sevens Challenger 2024 opening round in Dubai
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe pools have been announced for the opening round of the World Rugby HSBC Sevens Challenger 2024 in Dubai on 12-14 January. Pools are drawn for the opening round of the World Rugby HSBC Sevens Challenger...
