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Alldritt stars as France beat New Zealand in opener

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

France full-back Thomas Ramos kicked 17 points as the hosts overcame New Zealand in a riveting opening match of Rugby World Cup 2023 at the Stade de France. The All Blacks scored after just 92 seconds...

The defensive story of France v New Zealand

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

France got off to a poor start defensively as they let the All Blacks through too easily in the 10/12/13 channels. The opening 25 minutes they struggled and the usual sure up defence was not holding up.                                                   France...

Watch Richie Mo'unga's Try Saving Tackle

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Damian Penaud was denied by a brilliant last gasp effort by Richie Mo'unga   Sensational try saver by Richie Mo’unga #RWC2023 #FRAvNZL pic.twitter.com/WarMS53e53 — Rugby Bits (@RugbyBits)...

We know who we are – Maro Itoje says England ready to unleash true ‘potential’

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Maro Itoje insists England are ready to show their true selves when they launch the Rugby World Cup with the toughest assignment of their group campaign against Argentina.   For the first time in...

England 'can't leave anything out there' in 2023 World Cup bow – Tindall

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

England must leave everything out on the pitch as they aim to set the tone for their Rugby World Cup campaign against Argentina on Saturday, though Mike Tindall does not see Steve Borthwick's side as being...

Time for Steve Borthwick’s side to deliver – England v Argentina talking points

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

England and Argentina collide in their pivotal World Cup opener at the Stade Velodrome on Saturday with Steve Borthwick’s side in the unusual position of being considered underdogs.   Here...

Water breaks confirmed for opening weekend of Rugby World Cup 2023

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

World Rugby can confirm that the decision has been taken to implement water breaks at all Rugby World Cup 2023 matches this weekend, including tonight’s opening match.   Water breaks will...

Alex Mitchell ready to continue World Cup rollercoaster ride in England’s opener

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Alex Mitchell is ready to continue riding his World Cup rollercoaster after being entrusted with the scrum-half duties for England’s critical opener against Argentina. Mitchell starts Saturday’s...

RWC Match Preview: England v Argentina

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

England, finalists in 2019, open their Rugby World Cup 2023 challenge with a difficult clash against an Argentina side confident of booking a place in the knockout phase of the competition.   Tournament...

Four teams vying to be number one in the World Rugby Men’s Rankings

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

With points worth double during a Rugby World Cup, there could be some dramatic changes to the Men's World Rugby Rankings over the coming seven weeks. Ireland go into their second consecutive tournament...