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Nigel Owens gives out awards for the July Internationals! Whistle Watch

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

From Ireland's first series win in New Zealand to nail-biting finishes for the Springboks and Los Pumas, July was one insane month of Rugby! In this week's episode of Whistle Watch, Nigel goes through...

Bath Rugby sign Ireland international Quinn Roux

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ireland international Quinn Roux has joined Bath Rugby for the 2022/23 season. The second row arrives at The Rec as injury cover following news of Charlie Ewels’ knee injury sustained whilst on...

England boss Jones would 'jump' at NRL call

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

A long-time league admirer, Eddie Jones admits he would love a crack at the NRL when he finishes with England next year.     England boss Eddie Jones says he would love to swap...

All Blacks XV to face South Africa A in France

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Reports from Stuff.co.nz indicate that the All Blacks XV are set to lock horns with South Africa A in Montpellier this November. Preceding this, a New Zealand U19 side will tour South Africa in October...

Conor Murray opens up on Andy Farrell's team culture

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Seasoned Irish scrumhalf Conor Murray has opened up about the vibrant culture which Head Coach Andy Farrell has cultivated within the squad.    Ireland recently returned home with an away series...

Ngani Laumape edges closer to a return to New Zealand

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Stade Francais centre Ngani Laumape could be on his way back to New Zealand.   15 test cap All Blacks centre Ngani Laumape joined Top 14 club Stade Francais after the 2021 Super Rugby season signing...

Sam Cane 'isn’t even good enough for Italy'- Stuart Barnes

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

All Blacks' captain Sam Cane has come under fire for his performances following the series' defeat to Ireland.   Cane has been retained as the All Blacks captain ahead of their two Rugby...

'I wish it hadn't happened' – All Blacks coach Foster 'disappointed' by Marshall and Akira confrontation

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Akira Ioane and former All Black Justin Marshall shared a heated exchange in Wellington, much to New Zealand coach Ian Foster's annoyance.   New Zealand coach Ian Foster labelled the confrontation...

Foster confident he has backing of All Blacks stars after New Zealand coaching shake-up

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ian Foster is confident he has full backing from the New Zealand squad, despite two of his assistant coaches losing their jobs after a poor run of form.   All Blacks management announced...