Talent aplenty for 2023 Sky Super Rugby Aupiki squads
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyFollowing the success of the Rugby World Cup, New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has contracted 105 players across the Blues, Chiefs Manawa, Hurricanes Poua, and Matatū for the 2023 Sky Super Rugby Aupiki season. Among...
31-strong Black Ferns squad named for home June Test series
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyMonths out from Rugby World Cup 2021 playing in 2022, New Zealand rugby fans get their first taste of Black Ferns action with the Pacific Four Series squad named today.Black Ferns coaches Wayne Smith,...
New Zealand Rugby announces 29 contracted players for Black Ferns players
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Black Ferns programme has received a welcome boost in 2022 with 29 contracted players leaving behind their day jobs to focus their attention on rugby. Building on the professional performance...
Red Roses record win over Black Ferns
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland Women ran out comfortable 56-15 winners against New Zealand at Northampton's cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens.It is the first time England have secured back-to-back wins over New Zealand...
Inaugural Super Rugby Aupiki squads announced
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe inaugural season of Super Rugby Aupiki reaches another milestone today with the announcement of player signings across the four teams. 105 players have signed contracts for 2022 and the first season...
The Nominees For The World Rugby Awards Special Edition Have Been Announced
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRugby fans around the world will have a say in the World Rugby Awards Special Edition by selecting the best players and tries of the decade (2010-19) In a special edition virtual show on 7 December,...
Black Ferns centre Carla Hohepa
4 years ago by Rugby WorldFind out how the New Zealander balances her rugby career with parentingBest foot forward: Carla Hohepa breaks against Australia last year (Getty Images)Find out how the New Zealander balances her rugby...
World Rugby Reveals the Nominees for World Player of the Year
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has announced the shortlists for the prestigious Men’s and Women’s 15s Player of the Year awards for 2019, which will be presented at the World Rugby Awards at The Prince Park Tower...
Kendra Cocksedge second Black Fern in history to reach 50 Tests
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHalfback Kendra Cocksedge will captain the Black Ferns for her 50th Test match in the black jersey when the team plays France in San Diego on Sunday morning (NZT). Black Ferns Head Coach Glenn...
Women's Super Series: Black Ferns too strong for USA
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand's Black Ferns moved to the top of the table in the Women's Rugby Super Series in San Diego on Wednesday when beating host team the United States 33-0. New Zealand dominated...