Faessler, Paisami set to be released from Wallabies for Reds-Lions clash
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Wallabies have confirmed that two players from their initial 36-man squad to face Fiji - Matt Faessler and Hunter Paisami - will be released to play for Queensland when they take on the British &...
Winners & Losers from South Africa v Barbarians team announcement
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springboks take on the Barbarians in a Qatar Airways Cup in Cape Town on Saturday, in their opening match of the international season. Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has named his matchday 23...
Brian O'Driscoll scores against the Western Force
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyA look back to the 2013 British & Irish Lions tour and the game against the Western Force. Some great hands from some Lions legends produce this great try for BOD Those hands 😮💨Throwback...
The 2025 Lions Squad Still Has Plenty to Offer
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThough a few underwhelming performances have stirred murmurs of concern, there’s no cause for panic regarding the 2025 Lions crop. Here’s why the current group is more burdened by expectation...
All Blacks squad named to face France
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks selectors Scott Robertson, Scott Hansen and Jason Ryan have named five new caps in their 33-strong squad for the 2025 Lipovitan-D July Series against France.The squad is as follows: (age, Super...
The B&I Lions believe there is room to grow
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe biggest challenge facing any coach lucky enough to lead The British & Irish Lions is how to get a group of players who have never played together to perform as a cohesive unit in a matter of weeks. The...
Waratahs re-sign front row duo
6 months agoThe NSW Waratahs have shored up their front-row depth after re-signing Siosifa Amone and Ethan Dobbins. Both played critical roles in the club's 2025 season after joining at the start of the year. Amone...
Conor Murray confirms exit from Munster after 17-year career
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland and Munster scrum-half Conor Murray has announced he will leave the province at the end of this season to pursue a playing opportunity abroad. The departure brings to a close a remarkable chapter...
5 Talking Points from the Lions team announced
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAndy Farrell has announced his first match day 23 as the British and Irish Lions prepare to face Argentina on Friday night. Here are five talking points. Bundee Aki and Sione Tuipulotu Midfield:This...
Head Coach Andy Farrell names his first British & Irish Lions team ahead of 1888 Cup
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAndy Farrell has named his first ever British & Irish Lions matchday squad ahead of facing Argentina. The Lions, playing on Irish soil for the first time, take on the Pumas in the 1888 Cup at the...
