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Classic clash at Twickenham: England vs All Blacks

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

It’s all happening at Twickenham once again as, this week, the All Blacks come knocking.   After tasting defeat in their first outing of the series (against Argentina), England came back strongly...

England v New Zealand Key Battles: Dual playmakers and lineout leaders

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Eddie Jones and Ian Foster have named their lineups for Saturday's blockbuster clash between England and New Zealand at Twickenham.     It's been an indifferent year for both sides...

Townsend makes two changes to his starting lineup, Dempsey earns first start against Argentina

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Jack Dempsey earns his first test start for Scotland against Argentina on Saturday.   The former Australian international comes into the starting XV after two appearances from the bench. He comes...

Wallabies welcoming back a wealth of experience to face Ireland

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Andrew Kellaway will start at fullback for the third time this season, with the Wallabies welcoming back a wealth of experience in the starting XV for Saturday’s Test against world number one Ireland...

Brodie Retallick named to play 100th Test in clash with England

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

All Blacks selectors Ian Foster, Joe Schmidt and Jason Ryan have named Brodie Retallick for his 100th All Blacks Test, against England at Twickenham.   The 31-year-old will become the 12th All...

England team announcement: England v New Zealand

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Eddie Jones has named the England team who will play New Zealand at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday (5.30pm KO).  Captain Owen Farrell will make his 100th appearance for England at inside centre. ...

Scotland stalwart Richie Gray slapped with ban

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Scotland stalwart Richie Gray has been handed a 3-week ban following Scotland’s defeat to the All Blacks in Edinburgh last weekend.   A statement from the hearing read: “Scotland lock...

Callum Hunter-Hill gets Scotland call-up

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Scotland will be without Hamish Watson and Rory Sutherland as Saracens lock Callum Hunter-Hill gets the nod ahead of the fourth and final Autumn Test against Argentina.     Watson...

Latest World Rankings: Italy close in on the Top 10, Australia and Scotland fall

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Italy's historic first-ever win over Australia has seen them move into 11th place in the World Rankings.    The Azzuri moved up ahead of Fiji to record their highest ranking since...

Nominees unveiled for World Rugby Awards 2022

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

World Rugby is unveiling the shortlists for the prestigious World Rugby Awards 2022, which will be presented in Monaco on Sunday, 20 November.     Following a stellar year for international...