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I’ve loved it – George North reflects on living Wales ‘dream’ after calling time

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wales star George North fought back tears as he reflected on an international career that saw him “live a dream”. The 31-year-old has announced that he will retire from Test rugby after Saturday’s...

'Superstars all over' Blues backline poses Waratahs' 'biggest challenge'

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

In the ultra-competitive landscape that is Super Rugby Pacific this year, Waratahs coach Darren Coleman faces one the trickiest tasks of the season in round four. Former Wallaby Tim...

Flying winger Wade set for Kingsholm

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Gloucester Rugby is delighted to confirm the signing of Christian Wade from Top 14 club, Racing 92. The wing will link up with the Cherry & Whites ahead of the 2024/25 season. Wade made his professional...

North to retire from international rugby

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

George North has confirmed he will retire from international rugby following Wales’ final Six Nations match in the 2024 Championship against Italy on 16 March at Principality Stadium. Speaking on...

Gareth Anscombe to Gloucester

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

loucester Rugby is delighted to announce the signing of experienced fly-half, Gareth Anscombe, for the 2024/25 season. Anscombe, born in New Zealand, made his senior debut for Auckland Rugby in 2010,...

Munster To Play All Blacks XV

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Munster Rugby are pleased to confirm that the province will take on the All Blacks XV on Saturday November 2nd at Thomond Park (5.30pm). Since the redevelopment of Thomond Park in 2008, Munster Rugby...

'I'd love to see him back': Waratah reacts to news of Kurtley Beale's rugby return

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Waratahs winger Triston Reilly believes NSW players would welcome Kurtley Beale back to the club with open arms as the former Wallabies star prepares to return to the field. Beale, 35, was in...

Statement win for Italy in World Rugby Men’s Rankings

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The World Rugby Men’s Rankings powered by Capgemini will make for an interesting topic of conversation in the Lynagh household this week. What had been a relatively quiet test debut for...

Wales debutants can prosper from Six Nations experience – Joe Roberts

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Joe Roberts has no doubt that the future is bright for Wales as a testing Guinness Six Nations campaign nears its conclusion. Wales head into next Saturday’s Cardiff finale against Italy after suffering...

A look at 3 exciting Six Nations weekends following a memorable fourth round

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The 2024 Guinness Six Nations burst into life with a memorable fourth round of action that produced thrilling victories for Italy, England and France. Here, Ultimate Rugby looks at three of the most exciting...