Jesse Kriel thrilled to lead Boks against physical Italy
20 hours ago by Ultimate RugbyJesse Kriel, who will become South Africa’s 67th Test captain when he leads the Springboks against Italy at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria on Saturday, was delighted about the honour bestowed upon him,...
Bulls Statement: Jake White
21 hours ago by Ultimate RugbyFollowing a thorough end-of-season review, the Vodacom Bulls and Director of Rugby Jake White have mutually agreed to part ways effective immediately. White, who arrived at Loftus Versfeld in 2020, quickly...
Argentine Hooker Dimcheff Set to Debut for Italy
1 day ago by Ultimate RugbyArgentina will officially lose a hooker on Saturday. Pablo Dimcheff has been named on Italy for the test match against South Africa. It marks a first appearance at the capped level for the Argentine born...
World Rugby Men's Rankings preview
1 day ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has published the ranking permutations for the men's internationals played across Africa, Asia, Oceania and the Americas this weekend. Permutation highlights: Three teams could all be ranked...
Los Pumas make six changes for England clash
1 day ago by Ultimate RugbyArgentina have made six changes to the starting XV that beat the British and Irish Lions for the first time, as they prepare to welcome England to La Plata on Saturday for the first of two Tests in July, Santiago...
Sotutu, Ross added to AUNZ squad for British & Irish Lions tour match
1 day ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks number eight Hoskins Sotutu has added to the all-star AUNZ Invitational XV squad set for next Saturday’s match against the British & Irish Lions. The powerful Blues back-rower is...
Players leaving and Joining the Premiership
1 day ago by Ultimate RugbyWith the conclusion of the 2024/25 Premiership Rugby seasson, clubs across England are undergoing significant changes ahead of the new campaign. A wave of high-profile departures and exciting new...
Players leaving and Joining the URC this season
1 day ago by Ultimate RugbyThe South African United Rugby Championship franchises are undergoing significant squad changes ahead of the 2025/26 season, with a host of high-profile departures and exciting new arrivals across the...
Saints sign lock van der Mescht
3 days ago by Ultimate RugbyNorthampton Saints are delighted to today confirm the signing of South African lock, Juan John ‘JJ’ van der Mescht, ahead of the 2025/26 season. The 6’7”, 145kg second row arrives...
Damian Willemse speaks ahead of his Springboks return
3 days ago by Ultimate RugbyDamian Willemse makes a stirring return to the Springbok XV as he resumes his role at fullback for South Africa’s upcoming Test against Italy at Loftus Versfeld, marking his first appearance since...
