Tom Hendrickson leaves Exeter Chiefs after a decade of service
11 months ago by Ultimate RugbyCentre Tom Hendrickson is set to depart Exeter Chiefs with immediate effect for a playing opportunity in Japan. The fan-favourite, who has been a part of the Chiefs fold for more than a decade, will soon...
Newcastle Falcons name team to face Emirates Lions
11 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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...
