Super Rugby Aotearoa teams embrace Anzac spirit
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand’s Super Rugby Aotearoa teams will embrace the Anzac spirit during this weekend’s round of matches as they acknowledge all servicemen and women across the country, and have reached...
Chiefs edge Crusaders to move into Finals spot
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJust one point separated the sides in Hamilton, with Damian McKenzie's late penalty sending the Chiefs into second place. Damian McKenzie scored a last-gasp penalty as the Chiefs came from behind...
Toner among 19 players to commit to Leinster for the 2021-22 season
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyDevin Toner is among nineteen players to commit to Leinster for the 2021-22 season. The 34-year old lock made his provincial debut in 2006, and has helped Leinster win four Heineken...
Super Rugby Aotearoa: The Two Big Round 8 Clashes
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLast weekend saw two 3-point games playing out in Round 7 of Super Rugby Aotearoa and fans have another action-packed weekend to look forward to with the Highlanders taking on the Blues in Dunedin and...
Mitch Drummond to notch up 100 games against the Chiefs
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Crusaders will celebrate another big milestone this week, with halfback Mitch Drummond set to become the 20th Crusader to play 100 games for the club. The 27-year-old will lead the team out on to the...
Damian McKenzie at first five, Boshier returns for Crusaders clash
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Chiefs return home this Saturday to take on current Sky Super Rugby Aotearoa competition leaders and defending champions the Crusaders. Chiefs Head Coach Clayton McMillan has named a strong twenty-three...
Blues Team For Key Clash Against The Highlanders
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Blues, Chiefs and Highlanders are tightly grouped in the middle of the table chasing the likely one spot for a place in the final of the competition with three rounds remaining. Friday night’s...
Hurricanes captain out of Super Rugby Aotearoa
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIt’s bad news for renowned All Black flanker and Hurricanes captain Ardie Savea as the 27 year old was given the news that he has sustained a significant MCL injury and will be out of rugby for the...
Michael Alaalatoa to join Leinster ahead of 2021/22 season
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLeinster Rugby have confirmed that tighthead prop Michael Alaalatoa will join the club from the Crusaders ahead of the 2021/22 season. The 29-year-old, capped at international level...