Rhys Webb suspend for 4 years
5 months ago by Ultimate RugbyHaving tested positive for growth hormone last summer, former Welsh international Rhys Webb has just been handed a four-year suspension by the French Anti-Doping Agency. In July 2023, Welsh international...
Warren Gatland asks for patience as Wales build new generation of players
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyAlun Wyn Jones, Justin Tipuric and Leigh Halfpenny are among the experienced names to announce their international retirement this year. Warren Gatland has underlined the importance of patience as he...
Record-breaking Gareth Davies enjoying rugby again after reclaiming Wales spot
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWales scrum-half Gareth Davies says he is enjoying his rugby again during a World Cup campaign that has seen him produce record-breaking form. Davies’ early touchdown in the 40-6 rout of Australia...
World Rugby chief confident no confusion around disciplinary issues at World Cup
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby chief executive Alan Gilpin has expressed confidence that there would be no confusion surrounding any disciplinary issues at the Rugby World Cup. England captain Owen Farrell will miss his...
PRO D2 Preview: Biarritz vs Colomiers
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter some doubts, the Pro D2 season will start well this Thursday evening in Aguilera, with the Biarritz and Colomiers meeting. After the aborted sale of Biarritz this summer, the Basque club...
Top 10 Signings Heading into the New Pro D2 Season
1 year ago by Larrissa FallsThe ProD2 kicks-off this weekend so we’ve had a look at the top 10 players coming into France’s second division competition this season. *Listed in alphabetical order Gervais...
Owens, Macleod and Davies-King released from Welsh Squad
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbySam Parry (Ospreys) has been called up to the squad. Scarlets’ duo Ken Owens (back) and Josh Macleod (shoulder), as well as Cardiff Rugby’s Will Davies-King (foot) have been released due to...
Cory Hill withdraws from Wales’ RWC squad
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyCory Hill has become the latest player to withdraw from Wales' World Cup training squad after accepting a contract offer from outside of Wales. He said: “I’m gutted to be leaving the...
I won’t be back with the Ospreys – Alun Wyn Jones
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyAlun Wyn Jones has confirmed he will not be an Ospreys player next season. The former Wales and British and Irish Lions captain announced his retirement from international rugby last month after making...
Rhys Webb is stepping back from international rugby
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWales scrum-half Rhys Webb has become the third Welsh veteran to announce his retirement from international rugby just months ahead of the Rugby World Cup. Webb revealed he is stepping back from...
