Jersey Tales: Fiao'o Faamausili
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Black Ferns skipper Fiao'o Faamausili shares some of her favourite rugby jerseys and explains why they are so special to her.
Israel Folau return imminent and could face the Wallabies
3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby50 years after Tonga beat Australia at Ballymore they could face again in Brisbane. Tonga coach and Wallaby legend, Toutai Kefu, is hoping the two sides will meet next year on the 50th anniversary of that...
Evans brothers start for Highlanders, Banks brings up 50 caps
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Highlanders play their last New Zealand derby this weekend against the Hurricanes at Forsyth Barr Stadium . It will be the last match at Forsyth Barr Stadium until round 13 as...
Niko Jones, son of All Blacks great Micheal, set for Super Rugby debut
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyMoana Pasifika have named their team to play the Chiefs in Round 9 of Super Rugby Pacific. Pasifika Head Coach Aaron Mauger has make several changes to his side for the match, one of...
Former All Black Ben Smith set to make his comeback from retirement
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer All Black fullback Ben Smith will make his comeback from retirement this weekend for Japanese club Kobelco Kobe Steelers. Smith brought his career to an end after the 2021 Top League...
Jared Payne takes up new role with Clermont
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyUlster stalwart and current defence coach, Jared Payne, is set to commence a new chapter in his career as he heads to the Top 14 to join the ranks of Clermont next season. Payne’s...
Ireland ascend in World Rugby Women’s Rankings
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn the only change to the World Rugby Women's Rankings, Ireland have replaced Italy in seventh place after beating the Azzurre 29-8. With 1.31 rating points riding on the outcome, Ireland now...
Creativity a top priority for Springbok boss
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok Head Coach Jacques Nienaber has urged his charges to avoid complacency by continuing to think outside the box. South Africa’s next assignment sees them tackle Wales...
Connor Collett renews terms with Newcastle Falcons
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNewcastle Falcons flanker Connor Collett has signed up for another season with the Kingston Park club. The 26-year-old Englishman has made nine appearances this season, scoring one try, and insisted...
Saints sign Sam Graham and Robbie Smith
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNorthampton Saints have confirmed the signings of forwards Sam Graham and Robbie Smith ahead of the 2022/23 season. Back row Graham, 24, joins from Doncaster Knights having captained the...
