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France opt for continuity ahead of Six Nations clash in Wales

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

France have opted for continuity for their second-round Six Nations match in Wales, keeping the core of the starting XV that faced Ireland in their opener. Very few changes have been, with a few adjustments...

Slaying Giants: Why Scotland vs. England is More Than Just Rugby

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Calcutta Cup is the oldest rivalry in international rugby. Between Scotland and England, the match is never just about points; it’s a reflection of the political and social friction within the...

Trevor Davison signs contract extension with Northampton Saints

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

Northampton Saints today announce that Trevor Davison has signed a new multi-year contract to remain at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens.   Since arriving in Northampton from his hometown...

Itoje returns to lead England

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

England men’s head coach Steve Borthwick has named his team to contest the Calcutta Cup against Scotland at Murrayfield on Saturday, in the second round of the 2026 Guinness Six Nations (kick-off...

Anthony Belleau renews contract with Northampton Saints

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

Northampton Saints today confirm that fly‑half Anthony Belleau has signed a contract extension, keeping the French playmaker at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens.   Since arriving in Northampton...

The 6 Nations Shift: Giants fall and Italy rise

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

The 2026 championship started with a bang. France dominated, England stayed perfect, and Italy pulled off a massive upset. Here is the quick breakdown of the opening weekend. 1. France is the Team to...

England have a 'signature performance' in their locker – Earl

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

England turned in parts of a "signature performance" in their Six Nations win over Wales, even if Ben Earl felt the scoreline somewhat flattered them. Steve Borthwick's team started their Six Nations...

Townsend backs Scotland to recover from Italy defeat

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

Gregor Townsend is backing Scotland to bounce back from a demoralising 18-15 loss to Italy in their Six Nations opener at a sodden Stadio Olimpico on Saturday. Italy raced into a 12-point lead in Rome,...

England 48-7 Wales: Arundell celebrates hat-trick in Six Nations romp

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

Henry Arundell scored a first-half hat-trick as England completely outclassed Wales to start their Six Nations campaign with an emphatic 48-7 victory at Twickenham on Saturday. A year on from earning...

England squad update

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

A 36-player squad has assembled at the England Rugby Performance Centre at Pennyhill Park this evening (Sunday 8 February) to prepare for the forthcoming Guinness Six Nations clash against Scotland at...