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France Up to Fourth in World Rugby Rankings

4 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

France have overtaken Ireland in the World Rugby Men’s Rankings as a result of their 30-24 win at a raucous Stade de France on Saturday.       Les Bleus moved up a place...

Ireland Squad Release 14 Players for URC Fixtures

4 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Irish Rugby have released an update, confirming that the squad returned from Paris on Sunday afternoon and a group of 23 players will re-assemble on Thursday for a two day mini-camp at the IRFU...

On this day in 2021: 'Six Nations 2021: Ireland hurting physically and mentally after France loss - Farrell'

4 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wounded Ireland suffered their first home defeat to France for a decade on the back of their loss to Wales in Cardiff.   Andy Farrell said Ireland are "hurting" physically and mentally after they...

How to watch Super Rugby Pacific in the UK, and globally this season

4 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

  Broadcasters in the United Kingdom and parts of Europe have not secured the rights for Super Rugby Pacific matches this season.   SANZAAR have revealed how fans from these territories will...

Eddie Jones: There’s no ceiling to how good Marcus Smith can be

4 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Jamie George scored two first-half tries as England cruised to a 33-0 bonus-point victory against Italy at Stadio Olimpico for their first win of the 2022 Six Nations.   However, it was Marcus Smith...

England have 'loads to work on' despite emphatic victory, says Smith

4 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Marcus Smith scored a try and assisted another in England's win over Italy but is adamant Eddie Jones' side can move to another level.     England are still a work in progress and can improve...

Six Nations Team of the Week - Round Two

4 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Round two of the Guinness Six Nations is done and dusted, with Wales, France, and England all claiming victories.   Wales recovered from last week's heavy loss to Ireland with a 20-17 victory over...