Staking a claim for the World Cup – Ireland versus Italy talking points
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland begin their World Cup warm-up matches by hosting Italy at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Head coach Andy Farrell has named an experimental matchday squad for his side’s first fixture since...
Blue Bulls welcome four new faces in coaching staff
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Blue Bulls confirmed the following coaching appointments to bolster its high-performance department ahead of the new 2023/24 rugby season. Gary Gold, Kennedy Tsimba, Phiwe Nomlomo and Jean Tiedt all...
Hooker Michael van Vuuren joins Newcastle Falcons
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyExperienced hooker Michael van Vuuren has bolstered Newcastle Falcons’ front-row ranks by joining on a one-season deal. The 31-year-old arrives from South African side Emirates Lions, for...
DHL Stormers welcome Gelant back
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok fullback Warrick Gelant has returned to the DHL Stormers fold, after signing a three-year contract ahead of the new season. Gelant was a star performer in his first stint with the DHL Stormers...
Mbonambi captains Boks in Buenos Aires as Steenekamp makes debut
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok hooker Bongi Mbonambi will captain the national team for first time on Saturday when he leads a new-look combination against Argentina in Buenos Aires in the first of three Rugby World Cup warm-up...
Sebastian Negri signs new Benetton deal
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBenetton have confirmed the contract extension of Italian back row Sebastian Negri, who will be playing his rugby in Treviso until at least June 30, 2028. Over the past years, Negri has established himself...
Italy: Five to watch this summer
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyItaly may have lost all five of their Six Nations matches but they showed glimpses of the quality at their disposal. The Azzurri came close to wins against Scotland and...
Cardiff Rugby Statement: Dai Young
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAs has been widely reported in the media, on 20 April 2023, Dai Young was suspended from his role as Director of Rugby by Cardiff Rugby following allegations of bullying, which he categorically denied. Given...
Sean Everitt To Spearhead Edinburgh Rugby Coaching Team
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEdinburgh Rugby today appointed experienced South African coach Sean Everitt as Senior Coach for the upcoming 2023/24 season, on an initial one-year deal, subject to visa. The former Cell C Sharks...
Blue Bulls Bid Lizo Gqoboka Farewell
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Vodacom Bulls family bids farewell to Springbok forward, Lizo Gqoboka who moves on to plie his trade at a club that will be confirmed by the player and his management team. Gqoboka joined and made...
