Farrell: Far From Perfect, But A Good Day At The Office
2 hours ago by Ultimate RugbyAndy Farrell was pleased with how his Ireland team 'kept on squeezing Japan until the end', albeit that he felt their late points put a flattering look on the final scoreline. Japan had...
'Dream Come True' As Jansen Savours Try-Scoring Debut For Ireland
2 hours ago by Ultimate Rugby'Privileged' was the word that came to mind when Sean Jansen reflected on his Ireland debut in the immediate aftermath of their 36-20 win over Japan in Newcastle. Taking his impressive form...
Ireland player ratings v Japan
9 hours ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland go back to back with wins in the Nations Championship but this result against Japan was a very underwhelming performance from Andy Farrell's side. The Japanese side did not allow...
Japan Name Matchday Squad for Nations Championship Clash with Ireland
2 days ago by Ultimate RugbyJapan Confirm Matchday Squad for Nations Championship Clash with Ireland Japan have named their 23-man matchday squad for Saturday's Nations Championship encounter against Ireland at McDonald Jones Stadium...
Leitch returns as Japan ahead of Wallabies clash
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbyJapan coach Eddie Jones has made six changes to his starting side for the Test against Australia, including bringing Michael Leitch and Ben Gunter into the back row for the clash with his former team. Totemic...
Japan rips apart Tonga to reach Pacific Nations Cup rugby final
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbySeven players scored a try for Japan in an overwhelming 62-24 rout of Tonga on Sunday that advanced the Asian men's rugby side into the Pacific Nations Cup final. Tries by Amato Fakatava, Hayate Era,...
Pacific Nations Cup 2025: Semi-finals preview
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbyDICK’S Sporting Goods Park in Denver, Colorado, hosts three matches this weekend, as the Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2025 Finals Series gets under way. Samoa and USA kick off what is set...
Japan League One Round 10 Review
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyDivision One – Crowley off the mark as Honda fires up Mie Honda Heat has given ex-Italy coach Kieran Crowley his maiden win in Japan Rugby League One after a courageous 20-19 victory over fellow...
