Super Rugby Pacific confirms expanded season and high-stakes finals series for 2027
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbySuper Rugby Pacific is pleased to confirm a revamped competition structure for the 2027 season, featuring an expanded regular season and a new high-stakes Finals Series. In 2027 the action will begin...
Anzac Day Bledisloe Cup Test to launch new trans-Tasman tradition
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby (NZR) and Rugby Australia have today announced a significant new trans-Tasman sporting tradition, confirming Anzac Day Bledisloe Cup Test matches in 2027, 2029 and 2031. Supported...
Dan McKellar resigns as Waratahs Head Coach
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyThe NSW Waratahs announce today that Dan McKellar has resigned from his position as the club’s Head Coach with immediate effect. McKellar oversaw two Super Rugby Pacific campaigns during his tenure...
Crusaders and All Blacks forward Cullen Grace to join Scarlets
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyOne of the most respected forwards in New Zealand rugby, Grace arrives in West Wales with a reputation built on professionalism, consistency and a relentless competitive edge developed within the Crusaders...
Reds Finalise Experienced Coaching Team for 2027
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Queensland Reds have assembled their full coaching team for 2027 with experienced assistants Peter Hewat and Craig McGrath heading to Ballymore.The duo have signed on for 2027-28 to join new Head Coach...
Moana Pasifika licence decision
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby (NZR) has today confirmed that it will not be approving the transfer of Moana Pasifika’s licence to participate in Super Rugby Pacific to any new party.NZR explored...
Super Rugby Pacific statement on Moana Pasifika
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbySuper Rugby Pacific acknowledges the decision by New Zealand Rugby to not approve the transfer of Moana Pasifika’s participation licence to any new party for the 2027 season. We recognise...
Brad Cooper confirmed as Attack Coach for Harlequins
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyHarlequins unveil Brad Cooper as its new Attack Coach ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. Cooper has quickly built a reputation as one of New Zealand rugby’s rising attack coaches - he joins from the...
De Klerk, Koch and Salakaia-Loto added to Barbarians squad ahead of Saturday's clash with Wales
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyBarbarian F.C. have added double Rugby World Cup winners Faf de Klerk and Vincent Koch Australia international Lukhan Salakaia-Loto to their squad ahead of next Saturday’s clash with Wales at Allianz...
Ellison names first Maori All Blacks squad blending experience and new talent
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Māori All Blacks Head Coach Tamati Ellison (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Mutunga, Ngāti Whakaue) has named his first squad in charge of the team, selecting a blend of experienced campaigners, returning Māori...
