Rugby World Cup 2023: Seven matches you should get excited about
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn less than 10 months’ time, the wait for Rugby World Cup 2023 will come to an end as France take on New Zealand in an opening match that has all the ingredients to be a classic. While...
On this day in 2020: Rugby World Cup draw - Hosts France to face New Zealand, South Africa in with Ireland and Scotland
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRugby World Cup 2023 hosts France will face New Zealand in the pool phase, while reigning champions South Africa have been paired with Ireland and Scotland. France and three-time winners...
Iliseva Batibasaga retires from Wallaroos
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWallaroos star Iliseva Batibasaga has today announced her decision to retire from the Wallaroos, capping off a near 20-year career that ultimately concluded at the recent Rugby World Cup in New Zealand.Batibasaga...
Gatland: Farrell the only contender for British and Irish Lions job
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWales head coach Warren Gatland says Ireland counterpart Andy Farrell is the only real contender to lead the British and Irish Lions on their tour to Australia in 2025. Gatland was in charge of...
Early Six Nations memories at Landsdowne Road! | Origins with Shane Horgan
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland and Leinster veteran Shane Horgan sits down to talk about watching Wales vs. Ireland in the Six Nations with his father growing up and how his screamer of a game-winning try against England in...
Wales New Boy Costelow Shines Brightly For Scarlets
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIt’s been a momentous few weeks in the rugby life of young Sam Costelow. His fine early season form in the BKT United Rugby Championship saw the Scarlets fly-half named in Wales’ squad...
URC Unity Awards: The Difference Maker Nominees
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe new BKT United Rugby Championship Unity Awards look to recognise the great work done by players and teams within their communities and for charitable causes. There are two categories - The Difference...
Welsh International Feared His Playing Days Could Be Over
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThere were times when Kristian Dacey feared his playing career may be over. The Welsh international hooker admits he found himself in some dark places amid a catalogue of injuries. But, with the...
Bethan Dainton has left the Harlequins to pursue a career in Rugby League.
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJoining the Club in 2016 at the foundation of the Women’s programme, the back row went on to become a regular fixture within the team, playing a key role from openside flanker as the team went on...
Booth Believes Ospreys Can Regain Control
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyOspreys head coach Toby Booth is calling on his players to cut out unforced errors as they seek to turn their form around amid a tricky fixture list. Toby Booth’s team have only recorded...
