World Rugby Men's Rankings preview: 22-23 November, 2025
4 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has published the ranking permutations for this week's matches in the Quilter Nations Series and November internationals in Europe and the Rugby Europe Men's Trophy 2025-26. Permutation...
Ireland vs. South Africa: Decisive Player Matchups
4 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbySaturday’s clash between Ireland and the Springboks pits the tactical brilliance and depth of the world number one side against the raw power and experience of the two-time World Champions. The result...
Springboks winners and losers for the Ireland Test
4 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springboks have selected a vastly experienced side to face World Number One Ireland, signalling a clear shift from the experimental line-up that played Italy. The coaches have recalled their most trusted...
Match Day Programme: Wales v New Zealand
4 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyThe head-to-head between Wales and New Zealand is a story of enduring supremacy versus desperate, heartbreaking defiance. For Welsh supporters, victory over the All Blacks remains the ultimate, elusive...
Three most significant games between Ireland and the Springboks
4 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland come off a loss to the All Blacks and a win against the Wallabies as they prepare for the Springboks this weekend. The Springboks have come off two thrillining 14 man wins over France and Italy....
Michael Ala’alatoa Joins Munster Rugby
4 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyMunster Rugby are pleased to confirm the signing of Michael Ala’alatoa from Clermont Auvergne on a seven-month contract until the end of the 2025/26 season. Ala’alatoa is currently on international...
Kolbe: “We have to capitalise on our chances”
4 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok wing Cheslin Kolbe emphasised the importance of capitalising on their point-scoring opportunities when the Boks line up against Ireland in Dublin on Saturday, if they want to break their 13-year...
Ireland Squad Update
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Ireland squad are back in camp and ready to go again, after Saturday night’s win over Australia. Next up? A massive showdown with the reigning World Champions, South Africa, in a sold-out Aviva...
Springboks Secure No.1 Spot Ahead of Showdown With Ireland
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springboks will remain at the top of the world rankings for another week, regardless of the outcome of their highly anticipated clash with Ireland. South Africa cemented their position after a convincing...
Etzebeth: “We haven’t won here in a while, so it’s a nice opportunity”
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok lock Eben Etzebeth, who increased his Test cap tally to 139 against France two weeks ago, said the Boks are looking forward to Saturday’s Castle Lager Outgoing Tour showdown against Ireland...
