Fixtures announced for historic Howden British & Irish Lions Women’s Series in NZ in 2027
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyThe first-ever Howden British & Irish Lions Women’s Series to New Zealand has taken a major step forward, with fixture dates, oppositions, cities and host...
Bok stars lead SA Rugby Awards 2025 nominations
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbySA Rugby announced the nominees – as voted for by members of the media and national teams coaching staff – in nine categories on Friday. The various winners will be announced in due course,...
King Named Ireland Captain For 2026 Guinness Women’s Six Nations
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyHead Coach Scott Bemand has today announced the appointment of Erin King as Ireland captain for the 2026 Guinness Women’s Six Nations. Having recently returned from...
A new identity for age-grade rugby: Junior World Championship set for Georgia in 2026
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyTournament expands to 16 teams and debuts under its new name: the World Rugby Junior World Championship Match schedule unveiled with new format featuring four pools of four Tbilisi and Kutaisi set...
Junior Boks to take on Georgia in title defence opener
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Junior Springboks will kick off the defence of their world title on Saturday 27 June in Avchala against host nation Georgia according to the confirmed match schedule for the World Rugby Junior World...
“Definitely no revolt” – Kirk on Robertson’s All Blacks Exit
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyNZ Rugby chairman David Kirk has denied claims of a player revolt over Scott Robertson’s departure as All Blacks coach. He confirmed feedback was gathered from players, including Ardie Savea, but...
Scott Robertson departs as All Blacks head coach
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby has confirmed that Scott Robertson has been removed as All Blacks head coach, ending his tenure just two years into a four year contract. The decision follows a formal review of the...
NZR Statement: Scott Robertson
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyScott Robertson has departed his role as Head Coach of the All Blacks following the completion of the 2025 end of season review. A process will commence immediately to recruit a new Head Coach. New...
Hooker Bryn Gordon joins Newcastle Red Bulls
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyNorth Harbour hooker Bryn Gordon has joined Newcastle Red Bulls until the end of the current season. The 24-year-old New Zealander is English qualified and provides cover for Italian international Hame...
Pledger ruled out for 2026 Super Rugby season
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyHighlanders halfback Dylan Pledger will miss the entire 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season after suffering a serious knee injury at training. The setback is expected to keep the talented young player out...
