Wales announce team for Six Nations opener against England
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyHead coach Steve Tandy has named the Wales team to play England in the first round of the 2026 Guinness Six Nations at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham on Saturday 7 February (kick-off 4.40pm, live on ITV1...
World Rugby Men's Rankings preview
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has published the ranking permutations for this week's opening rounds of the Men's Six Nations and Rugby Europe Men's Championship. Permutation highlights: England cannot improve their...
Townsend backs 'competitive' Scotland to challenge for Six Nations glory
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyGregor Townsend believes that Scotland can challenge for Six Nations glory this season as they hunt for their first title since 1999. Scotland have finished fourth in the last two editions...
France look to run it back, Ireland and England set to challenge
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 2026 Six Nations opens on Thursday with a blockbuster meeting between France and Ireland, with those two sides having split the last four titles evenly between them. Both France (in 2022) and Ireland...
Super Rugby Pacific 2026: Key Law Amendments Confirmed
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbySuper Rugby Pacific organisers have officially confirmed a series of law variations for the 2026 season. These amendments are designed to increase game speed and provide referees with greater flexibility...
Brotherhood Over Blame: All Blacks Defend Savea at Super Rugby Launch
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAt the 2026 Super Rugby launch, the shadow of Scott Robertson’s departure loomed large, but senior All Blacks were quick to shift the focus toward internal solidarity. Patrick Tuipulotu and Codie...
Super Rugby Pacific season launched in Auckland
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe milestone 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season was officially launched in Auckland today, with players past and present gathering in Okahu Bay to help kick off the celebrations of 30 years of Super Rugby. The...
HSBC SVNS: Fiji and New Zealand claim Singapore titles
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyFiji men's team reign supreme against France, while the Black Ferns Sevens overpower old adversaries Australia in Singapore. Fiji edged out France 21-12 in a thrilling final to sign off the Singapore...
Perpignan's Max Hicks to join Newcastle Red Bulls
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyPerpignan’s Max Hicks will join Newcastle Red Bulls in the summer, with the 6 foot 6 forward arriving on a two-year deal. The 26-year-old Kiwi plays back row or lock, with the Maori All Black cap...
Cam Roigard recommits to New Zealand
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby (NZR) has confirmed All Blacks, Hurricanes and Counties Manukau halfback Cam Roigard has re-signed through to the end of 2029.Roigard, 25, whose current contract expires in 2027, said...
