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Steve Hansen weights in on All Black coaching controversy

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Former All Black boss Steve Hansen has weighed in on the saga which has gripped New Zealand rugby since the All Blacks’ series loss to Ireland close to a fortnight ago.    In the wake...

Nigel Owens gives out awards for the July Internationals! Whistle Watch

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

From Ireland's first series win in New Zealand to nail-biting finishes for the Springboks and Los Pumas, July was one insane month of Rugby! In this week's episode of Whistle Watch, Nigel goes through...

Chris Boyd to mentor Highlanders coaching group

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Chris Boyd will join the Highlander’s coaching group in 2023 as Coaching Mentor. Boyd will draw on his wealth of coaching experience to help guide new Head Coach, Clarke Dermody, and his coaching...

Sef Fa’agase re-commits to Queensland Rugby

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Versatile prop Sef Fa’agase has signed with the Queensland Reds through 2024.    The two-year deal sees the 31-year-old’s career come full circle, with Fa’agase rising through...

Approval of 20-minute Red Card law trial in The Rugby Championship 2022

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

SANZAAR has confirmed today that it will be reintroducing the 20-minute Red Card law trial for The Rugby Championship (TRC) 2022 in which a Red-Carded player can be replaced after 20 minutes.  This...

Future of community clubs the focus of new rugby initiative

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

New Zealand Rugby (NZR) and the 26 Provincial Unions have today launched a new two-year initiative to strengthen community rugby clubs around the country. The Future of Rugby Clubs project will identify...