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England have added belief after dramatic France win, says Sleightholme

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

England winger Ollie Sleightholme says the dramatic Six Nations win over France has given Steve Borthwick's squad the belief they can mix it with the best teams in the world. The Red Roses rebounded from...

URC – Round 11 Review

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

League leaders Leinster pushed all the way   Relieved Leinster Rugby boss Leo Cullen paid tribute to an “unbelievably dogged” display from the Ospreys following his team’s hard-fought...

Ireland ‘A’ Squad Named Ahead Of England ‘A’ Clash

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Ireland ‘A’ Coaching Team, led by Head Coach Mike Prendergast, have selected an exciting 29-player squad for next Sunday’s clash against England ‘A’ at Ashton Gate...

Ireland Squad Update

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Ireland squad return to camp on Sunday evening ahead of Saturday’s Round 3 Guinness Men’s Six Nations clash against Wales at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff (Kick-off 2.15pm). Gavin...

Match Report | Benetton Rugby 34-19 Ulster Rugby

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ulster fell to defeat in Treviso as Richie Murphy’s side were outscored by four tries to three by Benetton in Round 11 of the BKT United Rugby Championship. The game marked the return...

URC Round 11 Preview

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Edinburgh Rugby v Zebre Parma, Friday 7.35pm   Sides from Argentina, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Ireland, Wales, England and, of course, Scotland are name-checked in the Edinburgh team...

Ulster confirm coaching set up for 2025/26 Season

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ulster Rugby can confirm its new Senior Men’s coaching team for next season, with Mark Sexton and Willie Faloon joining the setup for the new season. Both coaches will form a key part...

Tadhg Beirne Signs Two-Year Contract Extension Until 2027

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The IRFU is today delighted to announce Tadhg Beirne has signed a new two-year contract extension to remain with Irish Rugby and Munster Rugby until 2027. Since making his Test debut in green against...

France's Ntamack suspended for Italy clash but can face Ireland

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

France fly-half Romain Ntamack will be suspended for their next Six Nations game against Italy but could return for their heavyweight matchup with Ireland two weeks later. Ntamack received a yellow card...

Ireland Squad Update

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Ireland squad returned to Dublin on Monday afternoon and the Match Day 23 from Sunday’s bonus point win over Scotland will enjoy a short break before returning for a mini camp from Wednesday...