Franzel September joins Springbok Women coaching staff
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn a boost to the management of the Springbok Women, the experienced Franzel September has been added to the team’s coaching staff, joining Laurian Johannes-Haupt as assistant to interim head coach...
Reds sign All Blacks Alex Hodgman and Jeffery Toomaga-Allen
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Queensland Rugby Union (QRU) has announced former All Blacks Alex Hodgman and Jeffery Toomaga-Allen have signed with the Queensland Reds through 2025. The pair bring more than 250 games...
Supercharged Samoa ready for 2023 Rugby World Cup
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySamoa's option to take advantage of changed eligibility laws in rugby has created pre-World Cup interest in how the side's former internationals from other nations impact the event starting in France next...
Shocks, tries and world record highs! | 40-31 Best Rugby World Cup Moments
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyDive in to more epic moments as we continue or countdown of the best Rugby World Cup, ahead of RWC 2023 kicking off in France next month!
Farrell faces suspension prior to world cup
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIf there were ever doubts about Englands number ten jersey, they were all answered by Owen Farrell tonight at Twickenham. However, in shocking twist of events, England run the risk of possibly travelling...
Permutations for the latest round of Rugby World Cup 2023 warm-up matches
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has published the ranking permutations for the latest round of Rugby World Cup 2023 warm-up matches. Permutation highlights: France cannot improve on third place in the rankings...
RWC 2015 Throwback: Hurt Lambie desperate to make up for Springboks embarrassment
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyPat Lambie says he and the rest of a "hurting" South Africa squad are desperate to get back on the pitch and make amends for their humiliating Rugby World Cup defeat to Japan. Eddie Jones' Japan...
Cian Healy says Roy Keane did not address Ireland squad during training visit
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyVeteran prop Cian Healy revealed Ireland’s players were not treated to a motivational speech from former Manchester United midfielder Roy Keane during his visit to their training base in Portugal. Ex-Ireland...
Jack Conan injury ‘nothing like’ foot problem which ruined last Rugby World Cup
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland insist Jack Conan’s latest foot injury is “nothing like” the issue which ruined his last Rugby World Cup and are optimistic he will be fit to feature in France. Andy Farrell’s...
Japan slip in Rugby World Cup pool rivals latest ranking
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJapan dropped to 14th in World Rugby's latest men's rankings dated Monday, falling behind 2023 World Cup Pool D rivals Samoa who took the Brave Blossoms' previous position of 12th. Japan have endured...
