Rugby World Cup 2023 - Round Two Analysis
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe headline act in the second round of fixtures was Fiji, who beat Australia 22-15 at Stade Geoffroy-Guichard on Sunday - their first victory over the Wallabies in 69 years. Perhaps surprisingly,...
Wallabies embracing do-or-die attitude for Wales clash
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe mindset is simple for the Wallabies as they turn their attention to next week's clash against Wales. "Must win. It's as simple as that," said lock Richie Arnold. The Wallabies were left hurting after...
No change for Springboks in rankings after Romania hammering
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFiji’s first win over Australia since 1954 has been rewarded with a one-place gain in the latest World Rugby rankings. Sunday’s historic 22-15 victory in Saint-Étienne puts Fiji...
Eddie Jones - 'I woke up hoping Fiji result was different'
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEddie Jones, head coach On his thoughts about defeat to Fiji: "We're moving on to Wales now. This is the best coaching week, best playing week. These are the weeks you remember when you are under the...
Wales move focus on to Australia after bonus-point success against Portugal
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJonathan Humphreys has predicted “a hell of a game” when Rugby World Cup rivals Wales and Australia go head-to-head in Lyon. Top spot in Pool C could be on the line next Sunday and Wales know...
This is a new Fiji - Wallaby legend Joe Roff
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAustralia great Joe Roff, who played on the wing for the Wallabies at three Rugby World Cups in 1995, 1999 and 2003, was generous in his praise of Fiji after the Pacific islanders overcame Australia 22-15...
Fiji reaction (Radradra, Kuruvoli, Mayanavanua, Tuisova, head coach Raiwalui, captain Nayacalevu)
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyMIXED ZONE REACTION Semi Radradra, winger On the hurt of failing to seize on a last-gasp chance to beat Wales last week: "It was really painful last week. We had to flush it through quick. We know we...
Australia reaction (captain Porecki, head coach Jones, Kerevi, Slipper, Arnold)
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyMIXED ZONE REACTION Samu Kerevi, centre On their discipline and breakdown being major issues for the Wallabies: "Fiji definitely outplayed us. They came with a great game but we...
Fiji beat Australia for first time in 69 years
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFiji capitalised brilliantly on an ill-disciplined performance from Australia to grab their first win against them since 1954 and jump ahead of the Wallabies in the tightly contested Pool C. Looking confident...
Match Day Programme: South Africa v Romania
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFIXTURE HISTORY South Africa and Romania face each other in a test match for only the second time today. They last met in Cape Town during Rugby World Cup 1995. MEMORABLE MATCH It was 30 May, 1995....
