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Wallaby attack coach resigns

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

In an unexpected development, Wallaby attack coach Scott Wisemantel has elected to resign from his position.   It is a significant loss for Dave Rennie and co. as Wisemantel boasts a wealth of experience,...

Highlander and All Black, Shannon Frizell, to join Toshiba

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Highlander's and All Black loose forward Shannon Frizell will head to Japan following the conclusion of the 2023 season.  The Highlanders have today confirmed that Frizell will join Japan Rugby...

Richie Mo'unga to depart Crusaders after 2023

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The 2023 Super Rugby Pacific season will be Richie Mo’unga’s last with the Crusaders as he heads to Japan to take up a position with Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo.   Mo’unga will finish...

World Rugby Sevens Challenger Series coming to South Africa

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Details of the World Rugby Sevens Challenger Series 2023 have been announced with a pair of three-day combined men’s and women’s events taking place at Markötter Stadium in Stellenbosch...

Borthwick discusses England's road ahead

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Newly appointed England boss Steve Borthwick appears full of enthusiasm about the future and hopes breed a style of rugby into his players which will tug on the heartstrings of the fans.   "It feels...

Steve Borthwick appointed England Rugby men's head coach

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The RFU is delighted to confirm that former England captain and forwards coach, Steve Borthwick will take on the role of England men’s head coach from today.Kevin Sinfield has also been appointed...

Rugby World Cup 2023: Seven matches you should get excited about

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

In less than 10 months’ time, the wait for Rugby World Cup 2023 will come to an end as France take on New Zealand in an opening match that has all the ingredients to be a classic. While...

On this day in 2020: Rugby World Cup draw - Hosts France to face New Zealand, South Africa in with Ireland and Scotland

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Rugby World Cup 2023 hosts France will face New Zealand in the pool phase, while reigning champions South Africa have been paired with Ireland and Scotland.    France and three-time winners...

Borthwick unable to provide Leicester clarity amid England talk

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Leicester Tigers head coach Steve Borthwick says he would love to offer some clarity over his future amid reports he is in line to lead England.   The Rugby Football Union are attempting to...

Samoa and New Zealand win Cape Town Sevens

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

After three action-packed days of World Rugby Sevens Series action in Cape Town, Samoa’s men and New Zealand’s women ended the event - and 2022 - in style with victory.   Samoa...