World Rugby Hall of Fame to recognise five legends of the game
1 day ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has announced that five players spread across sevens and 15s will be inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame at the World Rugby Awards in Monaco on 24 November. The contributions...
Samu Kerevi to miss rest of Spring Tour
1 day ago by Ultimate RugbyWallabies centre Samu Kerevi has copped a two match ban for his high shot during the Wallabies’ win over Wales. Kerevi was sent off just after the break after collecting Wales flanker Jac Morgan...
Hanekom to earn first Springbok cap
2 days ago by Ultimate RugbyJaden and Jordan Hendrikse – the 36th set of Springbok brothers – have been paired at halfback for the season’s final Test against Wales in the last match of the Castle Lager Outgoing...
Ireland vs Argentina: A statistical look
2 days ago by Ultimate RugbyThe second full round of fixtures in this year’s Autumn Nations Series saw a mix of tight clashes and resounding victories – we take a look at some of the key stats from the weekend. After...
Schmidt praises Tuipulotu threat
2 days ago by Ultimate RugbyJoe Schmidt has pinpointed the danger of his buoyant Wallabies having their British Isles 'grand slam' hopes dynamited by one of their own. Playing down growing hopes that his touring team could be on...
Nominees revealed for World Rugby Awards 2024
3 days ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has today revealed the shortlists for the prestigious World Rugby Awards 2024, which will be presented in Monaco on Sunday, 24 November. Following a stellar year for international rugby, the...
Ireland made 'step up' in tense Argentina victory, says Doris
3 days ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland captain Caelan Doris said the team made a clear step up in Friday's thrilling victory over Argentina, but he knows further improvements are needed for future games. Ireland edged out Argentina...
Autumn Nations Series TOTW
4 days ago by Ultimate RugbySome great games this weekend with France beating the All Blacks by a points, the Springboks winning at HQ, Ireland beating Los Pumas and the Wallabies thumping Wales. Here is our Team of the Week Tamaiti...
Ireland in danger of falling to 5th in the World
6 days ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has published the ranking permutations for the men's internationals in Europe, Asia and Africa this weekend, including the Autumn Nations Series, Men's Elgon Cup and Rugby Europe competitions. Permutation...
Brett Robinson elected as World Rugby Chair
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyDr. Brett Robinson (Australia) has been elected as the new Chair of World Rugby, following two rounds of voting at the 2024 Interim meeting of Council in Dublin, Ireland. At 54, Robinson becomes...