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Tough assignment for Lyon in first European final

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Lyon will need to overcome RC Toulon for the first time in the EPCR Challenge Cup if they are to triumph in Friday’s final at Stade Vélodrome.   Lyon, who have reached a European...

Ashley Beck signs a contract extension with Worcester Warriors

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wales international centre Ashley Beck has extended his stay at Sixways by signing a new contract with Worcester Warriors.   Beck joined Warriors from Ospreys in the summer of 2018 and after his...

Saints announce departures

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Hooker Reece Marshall is the longest-serving departee having played at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens since the 2014/15 season, while fellow front-rowers Nick Auterac, Conor Carey...

Class of 2022: Retiring Players XV

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The 2021/22 season is drawing to a close which means several players will be bringing their careers to an end.   We take a look at these players in the form of XV.   1. Rhys...

Premiership Rugby: Round 25 Review

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Round 25 of Gallagher Premiership Rugby brought thrills and spills as home semi-finals were secured and stunning comebacks were completed.  It kicked off on Friday night with Bristol Bears edging...

England men's squad update

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Three players have withdrawn from this week’s England men’s training camp. Nic Dolly (knee) and Lewis Ludlam (thumb) were injured in their club matches this weekend while Joe Launchbury...

Saints go marching in to StoneX Stadium where Sarries lie in wait

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Saracens will roll up their sleeves and busy themselves as much as possible against Saints at StoneX Stadium as a victory will secure a home semi-final for Mark McCall’s men.    Saints,...

Play-off fever hits Quins and Gloucester as they battle it out at Twickenham

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Victory for Quins over the Cherry & Whites at Twickenham this weekend will guarantee the former a spot in the play-offs and a shot at defending their current title.    One can thus expect...

The Eight Players Ruled Out Of Wales Tests Against South Africa

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wayne Pivac has named his 33-player squad for the three-Test Series in South Africa this July.   There are several notable absentees along with the welcomed returns of Dan Lydiate and George North.   The...