Cullen names travelling squad for opening URC rounds in South Africa
2 days ago by Ultimate RugbyLeinster Rugby Head Coach Leo Cullen has announced a 41-man squad to head to South Africa for the opening two rounds of the BKT United Rugby Championship.After successfully defending their title in the...
Sharks URC Squad Announcement
3 days ago by Ultimate RugbyA new era beckons for the Hollywoodbets Sharks, with head coach JP Pietersen naming a 67-man squad for the 2026/27 United Rugby Championship season, ahead of the tournament’s commencement next weekend. Following...
Tommy Freeman commits future to Saints
4 days ago by Ultimate RugbyTommy Freeman has signed a contract extension with Northampton Saints that will see the England international and British & Irish Lion remain at Franklin’s Gardens for the foreseeable future. Still...
Chris Apoua is set to leave the Scarlets without playing a match
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Scarlets' summer signing Chris Apoua looks set to leave the club without playing a single game after suffering a catastrophic injury in training. Apoua signed for the Scarlets from Super Rugby...
Michael Cheika appointed NSW Waratahs coach
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyChampion-winning head coach Michael Cheika has returned to the NSW Waratahs, signing on with his former club for the 2027 season. The 59-year-old helped the Waratahs claim their lone Super Rugby title,...
‘Feeling fit and fast': Rieko Ioane could pose a threat to the Springboks
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyWith Caleb Clarke and Billy Proctor both sent home with serious injuries, Rieko Ioane could be in line for a bigger role for the All Blacks during the Greatest Rivalry tour. The 29-year-old, who appears...
Mixed display by All Black greats: A look at Barrett and Ioane form
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyThe All Blacks got their tour off to a winning start with all eyes on Dave Rennie's men as they prepare to face the Springboks in four test matches. There were a number of players that are on the fringe...
Kieran Brookes Joins Munster And Michael Ala’alatoa Extends Contract
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyMunster Rugby are pleased to confirm the signing of 16-cap former England international tighthead prop Kieran Brookes from Top14 side Perpignan on a two-year deal. We are also pleased to confirm a one-year...
Farrell Names Ireland Team To Face Japan In Newcastle
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyHead Coach Andy Farrell has named the Ireland Match Day Squad, sponsored by Vodafone, for Saturday’s Nations Championship clash against Japan in Newcastle (Kick-off 8.10pm local time/11.10am Irish...
Joey Carbery returns to Leinster Rugby
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyLeinster Rugby can confirm this morning the signing of Ireland international Joey Carbery ahead of the 2026/27 season.A graduate of the Leinster Academy, Carbery scored 101 points (11 tries, 8 conversions,...
