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Makepeace-Cubitt debuts for Saints against Bristol Bears

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

George Makepeace-Cubitt will make his first appearance for Northampton Saints when they take on Bristol Bears on Friday (25 October, kick-off: 7.45pm), as the 20-year-old starts at Ashton Gate.   The...

Sione Tuipulotu to captain Scotland

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Sione Tuipulotu has been named as Scotland captain for The Famous Grouse Nations Series, as head coach Gregor Townsend today announced a 45-player group for the four November Test matches. There...

Strong Fiji side selected for Autumn Nation Series

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Fijian head coach Mick Byrne has named a 39-strong squad for the Autumn Nations Series. The Fijians will kick-off their tour in Scotland the week before heading to the Welsh capital to try to secure...

Genge and Randall return for Saracens clash

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ellis Genge and Harry Randall return to the starting XV for Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership round five clash with Saracens at Ashton Gate on Saturday (3.05pm KO, live on TNT Sports). The England...

Hendy returns for Northampton Saints against Sale Sharks

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

George Hendy is set to make his return to Northampton Saints’ starting line-up for the first time this season, as the 22-year-old starts against Sale Sharks on Friday (18 October, kick-off: 7.45pm).   Despite...

Borthwick names 36-player squad for Autumn Nations Series

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

England men’s head coach Steve Borthwick has named a 36-player training squad for the forthcoming Autumn Nations Series which begins on Saturday 2 November against New Zealand at Allianz Stadium,...

Premiership Rugby Round 4 review

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Bristol Bears replaced Saracens at the top of the Premiership Rugby table on a thrilling Derby Weekend. The Bears beat Exeter Chiefs 40-35 at Sandy Park, while Saracens lost for the first time this season...

First home win for Chieka as Leicester beat Saints

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Michael Cheika oversaw a memorable first home victory as Leicester Tigers boss as they beat rivals and Premiership title holders Northampton Saints. Freddie Steward put the hosts ahead with a try...

Montoya, Pollard return for East Midlands Derby

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Leicester Tigers have named their matchday squad for Saturday’s East Midlands Derby against Northampton Saints at 5:30pm at Mattioli Woods Welford Road.   The latest chapter in rugby’s...