McKenzie leaves it late in Super Rugby Aotearoa thriller
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Hurricanes appeared set to clinch just their second win of the season, only to be beaten by a last-gasp penalty on Friday. Damian McKenzie landed a penalty after the final siren sounded...
Super Rugby Trans-Tasman draw finalised
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby (NZR) and Rugby Australia (RA) have confirmed the final schedule for Super Rugby Trans-Tasman with additional home matches for the Blues, Hurricanes and Highlanders and trips to Wollongong...
Michael Bent to retire at the end of the season
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLeinster Rugby prop Michael Bent has announced his decision to retire from professional rugby at the end of the current season. Bent, who joined Leinster in 2012 and has been capped on...
Jono Gibbes takes Clermont job, O'Gara promoted at La Rochelle
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyClermont have announced that Jono Gibbes will replace Franck Azema as the new head coach. Gibbes returns to Clermont having worked with the club as the forward's coach when they won the TOP14...
Super Rugby Aotearoa teams embrace Anzac spirit
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand’s Super Rugby Aotearoa teams will embrace the Anzac spirit during this weekend’s round of matches as they acknowledge all servicemen and women across the country, and have reached...
Scarlets announce new head coach
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyScarlets legend Dwayne Peel will return to his former club to take charge as head coach ahead of the 2021-22 season. Peel donned the Scarlets on 151 occasions. He was capped 76 times for Wales...
Dane Coles extends NZ contract through to 2023
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks and Hurricanes hooker Dane Coles has recommitted to New Zealand Rugby and his Super Rugby team, inking a deal through to 2023. The 34-year-old has played 74 Tests...
All Blacks set for two additional end-of-year tour tests - report
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe All Blacks could face off against a surprise opponent on their end-of-year tour this year. The New Zealand Herald reports that the All Blacks could face Wales and the United...
Trio extend with the Hurricanes
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA trio of experienced players have committed to staying at the Hurricanes. Former international wing Julian Savea and ultra-consistent loose forward Reed Prinsep have re-signed with the club for the next...
All Blacks star in talks for shock NRL switch - report
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks halfback TJ Perenara is in talks for a shock switch to rugby league according to a report by 1 NEWS. This comes after speculation that New Zealand Rugby is opting not...
