Newcastle Falcons name team to face Emirates Lions
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyNathan Greenwood makes his European debut for Newcastle Falcons on Saturday in Johannesburg when they take on Emirates Lions in the EPCR Challenge Cup. The 20-year-old Tynesider scored a try away...
Match Preview: Vodacom Bulls v Connacht Rugby
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbySpringboks star Willie Le Roux makes his Vodacom Bulls debut as he opens the latest chapter in an illustrious career that has taken in spells at the Sharks, Cheetahs, Griquas, Wasps and out in Japan. “To...
Sharks suffer front-row Bok duo loss
5 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe light that was at the end of the tunnel in terms of returning cavalry for the beleaguered Hollywoodbets Sharks has turned out to be a bit of a mirage with the confirmation that two key Springboks...
Newcastle Falcons have named their side for the trip to Sale
5 months ago by Ultimate RugbyLouis Brown makes his Gallagher Premiership debut for Newcastle Falcons on Friday night when they travel to Sale Sharks in the league’s all-northern clash. The Yorkshireman (pictured) was a summer...
On this day in 2007: Warren Gatland appointed Wales boss
5 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe New Zealander led Wales to Six Nations Grand Slam success the following year. Warren Gatland was appointed Wales head coach on this day in 2007 as Welsh rugby looked to rebuild following their early...
WOODTHORPE 'HONOURED' TO REACH PREMIERSHIP RUGBY MILESTONE
5 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAnthony Woodthorpe said he was honoured to be part of a ‘special team’ after celebrating 100 appearances as an Assistant Referee in the Gallagher Premiership.Woodthorpe - who assisted Matt...
On this day in 2018 – Christian Wade quits rugby in bid to launch NFL career
5 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe then 27-year-old left Wasps but returned to rugby with Racing 92 in 2022 after failing to make the Buffalo Bills roster. Former England winger Christian Wade announced his retirement from rugby union...
Wasps reveal plans to build new stadium and establish long-term future in Kent following groundbreaking update
5 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAlmost exactly a year after Wasps entered administration in 2022 with £95m worth of debts, which saw them kicked out of the Premiership, the club have laid out plans to build a new stadium...
World Rugby Hall of Fame to recognise five Rugby World Cup greats
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyDan Carter (New Zealand), Thierry Dusautoir (France), George Smith (Australia), Juan Martín Hernández (Argentina) and Bryan Habana (South Africa) will become the latest legends inducted into...
WAL Eve of match (v GEO): defence coach Forshaw, Liam Williams, Rowlands
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyComments from Wales defence coach Mike Forshaw on Friday ahead of their Pool C match against Georgia at Stade de la Beaujoire on Saturday. Mike Forshaw, defence coach On the mood in the squad: “We...
