Gareth Davies to retire from international rugby
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyGareth Davies has confirmed he will retire from international rugby. His last appearance for Wales was the 36-35 win against the Queensland Reds in an uncapped fixture at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane...
Chiefs Prepare for Trip to Newcastle
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyExeter Chiefs have named their side for Round Five of the Gallagher Premiership as they make the long trip north to take on Steve Diamond’s Newcastle Falcons. It’s a relatively settled pack...
Hendy returns for Northampton Saints against Sale Sharks
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyGeorge 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...
Newcastle Falcons name team to face Exeter
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbySammy Arnold is among the players returning for Newcastle Falcons on Friday night as they host Exeter Chiefs in Gallagher Premiership action. The summer signing slots back into the side for the...
Ethan Burger moves from Pretoria to Exeter
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyThe young prop joins from university side Tuks Rugby in South Africa. Spotted by the Chiefs coaches for his potential, he will be a new addition to the Chiefs scrum under the guidance of Rob Hunter and...
Owen Farrell opens up on life in Paris
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyOwen Farrell has revealed how he is settling into his new life in the French capital. England's former captain and his country's record points holder, Farrell is one of rugby's most recognisable figures....
Three leagues and two international careers – the Henry Thomas story
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyHaving now completed a hat-trick of leagues, Henry Thomas is ideally placed to compare the contrasting competitions. He spent 11 seasons in the English Premiership with Sale and Bath, before embarking...
Premiership Rugby Round 4 review
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyBristol 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...
Wigglesworth promoted to Senior Assistant Coach for England
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland Rugby can confirm that Richard Wigglesworth has been promoted to senior assistant coach. The 41-year-old, who initially joined the coaching set-up as an assistant to head coach Steve Borthwick,...
First home win for Chieka as Leicester beat Saints
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyMichael 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...
