Scott Robertson shares his thoughts on the Ireland clash, history and the players
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyIn recent years Ireland have the upper hand when it comes to playing the All Blacks. New Zealand and, head coach, Scott Robertson are well aware of the history and what this fixture brings For 111 years,...
Flannery expecting to face a psyched-up Japan outfit
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok assistant coach Jerry Flannery said the Boks are expecting to face a psyched-up Japanese team when the sides meet in the opening match of their five-week November tour at Wembley Stadium in London...
The most successful coaches in Six Nations history
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbySome head coaches are inextricably linked to the Guinness Men's Six Nations due to their towering achievements. Here, we take a look at the men who have had the most success at the helm...
Luke McGrath to captain the side as Hugo McLaughlin and Jerry Cahir to make debuts from the start
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Leinster Rugby team, proudly sponsored by Bank of Ireland, to take on Zebre Parma in Round 5 of the BKT United Rugby Championship on Saturday at Aviva Stadium (KO: 5.30pm, live on Premier Sports 1)...
Connacht Team Announcement
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyConnacht Rugby head coach Stuart Lancaster has named his matchday squad for Saturday’s BKT United Rugby Championship interpro with Munster at Thomond Park (k/o 7.45pm). Mayo...
Hopes to make first start as Ulster take on Lions
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyUlster Rugby Head Coach, Richie Murphy, has named the matchday squad who will face Lions tomorrow at Ellis Park Stadium in Round 5 of the BKT United Rugby Championship. Development forward,...
Eddie Jones says 'I enjoy beating Australia' ahead of Tokyo reunion
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyEddie Jones said facing his native Australia brings out his "extreme competitive spirit" as the Japan coach plots a surprise win over his old team on Saturday in Tokyo. Jones comes up against Australia...
SA sides look to kick into gear in URC, as Sharks seek first win
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyWhile the Stormers, Bulls, and Lions will look to kick on from their victories in the United Rugby Championship last weekend to build on their campaigns, the Sharks will be desperate to end their winless...
All Blacks Assistant Coach Jason Holland set to depart at the end of 2025
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks Assistant Coach Jason Holland has today confirmed his decision to finish his role when his current contract concludes at the end of the 2025 season. Holland confirmed his decision to...
New-look Wallabies named to face Japan
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyBack-rower Nick Champion de Crespigny has been rocketed into the captaincy role as coach Joe Schmidt makes wholesale changes for Saturday’s Test against Japan in Tokyo. He becomes the 92nd captain...
