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Former Scotland captain and Lion Smith dies aged 50

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Former Scotland captain and British and Irish Lion Tom Smith has died at the age of 50.     Smith was diagnosed with stage four colorectal cancer in 2019 and sadly passed away on Wednesday.     Capped...

Exiles expecting tough stuff from the Quins

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Sparks are sure to fly at the Brentford Community Stadium on Sunday as defending champions Quins battle it out with the Exiles to close out the round.    Quins enjoyed a bye last week and will...

Bristol Bears knocking on the door of Franklin's Gardens

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Saints’ convincing win over London Irish in Round 21 will put a spring in their step as they take the field in front of their home fans when they accept the challenge of the Bristol Bears.    Saints...

Eddie Jones names his squad to face France

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Eddie Jones has named his England side to play France in the Guinness Six Nations this weekend.    England are in Paris preparing for Saturday’s [20 March, 9pm CET KO] game at the Stade...

Disciplinary: Brad Davis & Curtis Rona (London Irish), & Thomas Gilbert-Hendrickson & Jannes Kirsten (Exeter Chiefs)

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The cases of Brad Davis and Curtis Rona, London Irish, and Thomas Gilbert-Hendrickson and Jannes Kirsten, Exeter Chiefs, were dealt with last night by a virtual independent disciplinary panel (Tuesday...

Wales name team for Italy match

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wales head coach Wayne Pivac has named his team to play Italy in the final round of the 2022 Six Nations at Principality Stadium on Saturday 19 March.     Captain Dan Biggar will win his...