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2024 Six Nations Fixtures Announced

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The 2024 Six Nations fixtures have been confirmed, with the five rounds of rugby’s greatest annual international Championship set to kick off on Friday 2nd February, with France hosting Ireland.   The...

Matt Gibbon re-signs with Melbourne Rebels, Rugby Australia

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Melbourne Rebels have furthered their prop depth as Matt Gibbon re-signs with the club and Rugby Australia until the end of 2025. The loosehead was thrust into the Wallabies for the Rugby Championship,...

Munster Squad Update | Preparations Continue for Scarlets In Cork

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Munster squad resumed preparations at the HPC on Monday ahead of Friday night’s URC round 15 clash against Scarlets at Musgrave Park (7.35pm).   There were seven Munster players in international...

27 Players Retained for Ireland Mini Camp and Aviva Open Session

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Andy Farrell and the Ireland Coaching Team have retained a group of 27 players to partake in a two day mini-camp later this week which culminates in an Open Training Session against Richie Murphy’s...

Wales equal record low position in World Rugby Men’s Rankings

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

For the third time in history, Wales find themselves down in 10th place in the World Rugby Men’s rankings.     Saturday’s 20-10 loss to England has led to a reduced rating of...

England must 'accelerate' as Borthwick seeks extra gear for France and Ireland battles

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

England boss Steve Borthwick has told his players they must "accelerate" their progress after a 20-10 victory over Wales in Cardiff. In Borthwick's third game as head coach, his team followed up victory...

Ireland two steps from Grand Slam glory as Farrell hails Rome visitors for winning 'proper Test match'

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Andy Farrell was relieved Ireland "found a way" to overcome an impressive Italy side as his team stayed on course for a Grand Slam by winning 34-20 in Rome. Mack Hansen crossed for two tries, including...

Watson marks return with a try as Borthwick's men inflict more misery on hosts

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

England made it back-to-back Six Nations wins as they overcame a beleaguered Wales 20-10 at the Principality Stadium on Saturday. Wales, whose preparations for the game were hampered after a dispute with...

Hansen strikes twice as Farrell's side maintain Grand Slam charge

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ireland kept their Six Nations Grand Slam charge on track after a 34-20 victory over a spirited Italy in Rome. Mack Hansen crossed twice while stand-in captain James Ryan, Hugo Keenan and Bundee...