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Dan McFarland reflects on tough period for Ulster

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ulster delighted their home fans as they powered past the Stormers in what was a strong, convincing victory at Kingspan Stadium – an effort which suggested that their recent difficult patch might...

Warriors must be aware of the second half Dragons

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Glasgow Warriors will need to be on their guard when they come out for the second half at Rodney Parade on Saturday afternoon. Dragons RFC have scored eight of their 29 BKT URC tries this season in the...

Anayi: South African Entry Has Strengthened URC & Europe

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

It’s been a pretty eventful eight years since Martin Anayi took over as chief executive of what is now the BKT United Rugby Championship. “It’s eight years and three children for me!”...

URC Preview: Ulster v Stormers

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

At Kingspan Stadium, Belfast, 7.35pm Referee: Mike Adamson (SRU, 67 th competition game) Assistant: Andrew Cole, Paul Haycock (both IRFU) TMO: Andrew McMenemy (SRU)   Overall URC head-to-head record:...

Glasgow terminate Rufus McLean's contract with immediate effect

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Glasgow have terminated the contract of Scotland winger Rufus McLean with immediate effect. This comes after the 22 year-old pleaded guilty to charges of domestic violence.   A statement from the...

EPCR has received a citing complaint against Piers Francis

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Francis is alleged to have tackled Glasgow centre, Sione Tuipulotu, in a dangerous manner in the 42nd minute of the match in contravention of Law 9.13.The complaint was made by the match Citing Commissioner,...

Where To Watch URC Round 13

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

FRIDAY, JANUARY 27   Ulster v DHL Stormers Kingspan Stadium, Belfast – KO 19.35 IRE & UK / 20.35 ITA / 21.35 SA Live on: BBC NI, RTÉ, SuperSport, Viaplay, Premier Sports, Discovery...

Glasgow Warriors: 10 changes ahead of Bath clash

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

A Glasgow Warriors team showing 10 changes will run out under the Friday night lights against Bath tomorrow, as Franco Smith’s squad goes in search of a home knockout tie in the EPCR Challenge...