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Stormers & Edinburgh's Road To The URC Play-Offs

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ahead of their clash in the United Rugby Championship quarter-finals, we take a look at either side's route to the knockouts.       ROAD TO THE PLAY-OFFS: DHL STORMERS (2ND)   SEASON...

Creevy and Urdapilleta included in Michael Cheika's Argentina Squad

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Michael Cheika has named his first Pumas squad and has made a number of big calls in bringing back the likes of Creevy, Urdapilleta and Imhoff ahead of the July Tests. Cheika has openly discussed...

Tom Wood to retire from professional rugby

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Northampton Saints legend Tom Wood will hang up his boots at the end of the 2021/22 season after an incredible 12 seasons at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens.   The 35-year-old flanker...

Australia win Sevens gold in London as Series title race goes on to Los Angeles

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Australia win HSBC London Sevens with thrilling extra time 19-14 triumph over New Zealand thanks to hat-trick hero Henry Paterson Victory brings Australia first Series gold medal since Sydney 2018 and...

The 2022 Carling Currie Cup Bulletin #22

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Each of the weekend’s exciting three Carling Currie Cup fixtures produced a memorable result as the Sigma Lions finally won their first game of the campaign in Johannesburg; Windhoek Draught Griquas...

Blitzboks to face Australia in London Cup quarter-finals

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Springbok Sevens returned to winning ways in the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series at Twickenham on Saturday, beating Argentina, Ireland and Kenya to top Pool D at the HSBC London Sevens, the penultimate...

Yellow card incident could see Pablo Matera miss the Super Rugby playoffs

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Crusaders defeated the Reds 28-15, securing 2nd place on the ladder.   In what can be termed as a scrappy and disjointed game, the Crusaders were not at their best and the Reds did seem to miss...

Argentina opener crucial for Blitzboks in London

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Certain things were predictably good about the Springbok Sevens and their HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series in recent years – their processes and system, but also the importance of setting the standard...

Leinster and La Rochelle prepare for furious battle for Champions Cup title

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The 2021-22 Champions Cup final is imminent and a fiery clash is on the cards, worthy of the occasion.     Leinster and La Rochelle will contest the cup at the Stade Velodrome in Marseille and,...

The latest rumours, player movements and re-signings

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

We round up the week's latest rumours, signings, and re-signings.     Richie Mo'unga re-signs with New Zealand Rugby until at least 2023 Richie Mo'unga has signed...