Match Preview: Gloucester Rugby revival faces acid test
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyGloucester Rugby, who ended a seven-match losing streak with their 15-10 EPCR Challenge Cup victory at Black Lion last weekend, will have their revival put to the test on Friday, when they welcome three-time...
Gloucester Rugby team to host Clermont in Challenge Cup
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyDirector of Rugby, George Skivington has been boosted by the return of former European Player of the Year, Zach Mercer, from injury ahead of schedule for tomorrow's Challenge Cup clash with ASM Clermont...
Gareth Davies back to skipper Scarlets against Black Lion
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWales international Gareth Davies is one of five changes to the Scarlets side for Friday night’s EPCR Challenge Cup round two clash with Georgian side Black Lion at Parc y Scarlets. Davies takes...
Japan Rugby League One Returns to Bumper Crowds
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe return of Japan Rugby League One has been met with enthusiasm by Japanese fans, with overall attendance across the six matches in Division One only narrowly below that achieved by the first round of...
Late Dyer Brace gives Dragons RFC bonus point win
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA late brace of tries from Rio Dyer helped Dragons RFC to a 24-7 bonus-point win at Rodney Parade in the EPCR Challenge Cup against Oyonnax Rugby. A late brace of tries from Rio Dyer helped Dragons RFC...
Hendrikse powers Lions to opening win over USAP
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFly-half Jordan Hendrikse kicked 23 points as Emirates Lions opened their EPCR Challenge Cup campaign with a convincing 28-12 win at USAP. The South African side, who reached last year’s...
Jordan Hendrikse slots a penalty from inside his own half
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLions strike first through Jordan Hendrikse 🦁 @LionsRugbyCo score the first #ChallengeCupRugby points of the day as @JordanHendrikse nails a kick from 𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒅𝒆 𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒐𝒘𝒏...
Lake scores four as Ospreys overcome Benetton
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA quadruple from hooker Dewi Lake set Ospreys en route to victory against Benetton Rugby in Pool 2 of the EPCR Challenge Cup, edging a 43-34 win in Swansea. In a thrilling first half, Ospreys...
Am double helps Hollywoodbets Sharks to first big win
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCentre Lukhanyo Am was the hero as Hollywoodbets Sharks got off to a winning start in the EPCR Challenge Cup, notching up a bonus-point 45-5 win against Section Paloise. Am crossed twice in...
Dumora inspired as Castres Olympique smash Scarlets
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCastres Olympique full-back Julien Dumora was on top form as his side ran riot against Scarlets to win 34-16. Castres Olympique were the main force of the first half, with Scarlets suffering...
