O'Connor eyes Wallabies return after Force move
4 days ago by Ultimate RugbyJames O'Connor has used a press conference to outline his desire to return to the Wallabies, admitting he hadn't told coach Les Kiss just how much he wants to play at a home World Cup. On Wednesday, the...
'Full circle moment' - James O'Connor re-joins Force for 2027 season
5 days ago by Ultimate RugbyO’Connor made his Super Rugby debut with the Force as a 17-year-old back in 2008. At the time, he was the youngest debutant in Super Rugby competition history. The versatile back played 39 Super...
Canada Women announce squad for WXV
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyHead Coach of Canada's Women's Rugby Team, Kevin Rouet, has selected 36 players for Canada's first three fixtures of the 2026 WXV Global Series this September in Europe where Canada is...
NPC Round 4: Can Northland grasp history?
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Northland Kauri would make history by winning at One NZ Stadium tomorrow, in doing so winning the Ranfurly Shield for the first time in the club’s history. Before becoming the Northland we...
Noah Hotham Called Up as Injured Prop Ollie Norris Leaves All Blacks Squad
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyThe touring side has suffered another major injury blow ahead of their opening Test against South Africa in Johannesburg. Prop Ollie Norris will return home after sustaining a knee cartilage injury, while...
Champions Kobe confirm World Cup winner as Dave Rennie’s successor
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyLeague One champions Kobe Steelers have today confirmed the appointment of World Cup-winning All Black Andy Ellis as former head coach Dave Rennie’s successor in Hyogo. RugbyJP.com first...
Kieran Brookes Joins Munster And Michael Ala’alatoa Extends Contract
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyMunster Rugby are pleased to confirm the signing of 16-cap former England international tighthead prop Kieran Brookes from Top14 side Perpignan on a two-year deal. We are also pleased to confirm a one-year...
Crusaders and All Blacks forward Cullen Grace to join Scarlets
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyOne of the most respected forwards in New Zealand rugby, Grace arrives in West Wales with a reputation built on professionalism, consistency and a relentless competitive edge developed within the Crusaders...
Crusaders Captain David Havili to farewell the red and black
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter more than a decade at the heart of the Crusaders, Captain David Havili has confirmed 2026 was his final season in the red and black, with the midfielder set to take up a new opportunity in...
Ellison names first Maori All Blacks squad blending experience and new talent
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Māori All Blacks Head Coach Tamati Ellison (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Mutunga, Ngāti Whakaue) has named his first squad in charge of the team, selecting a blend of experienced campaigners, returning Māori...
