rugbyworldcup2023

Brave Blossoms named to Take on Italy Ahead of RWC

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

With only two weeks remaining until Rugby World Cup 2023 kicks off in France, Japan Head Coach, Jamie Joseph has today named his Brave Blossoms side to take on Italy in Treviso, this Saturday, 26 August...

Jaco Peyper to referee opening match of Rugby World Cup 2023

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

South Africa’s Jaco Peyper will referee the Rugby World Cup 2023 opening match between hosts France and New Zealand at Stade de France on 8 September.   With global excitement building,...

Rugby World Cup 2023 Preview: Fiji

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Rugby World Cup 2023 is rapidly approaching, with just over two weeks until the opening game. Rugby.com.au examines every team's chances in France, looking at Fiji.   Fiji will be confident...

Scotland name team for final match before the upcoming Rugby World Cup

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Jamie Ritchie will lead Scotland in their final match before the upcoming Rugby World Cup, as head coach Gregor Townsend today named his squad for The Famous Grouse Nations Series fixture against...

Jaco Peyper to referee world cup opener

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

South Africa’s Jaco Peyper will referee the Rugby World Cup 2023 opening match between hosts France and New Zealand at Stade de France on Friday, 8 September. With excitement building, World Rugby...

Foul Play Review Bunker and shot clock to feature at Rugby World Cup France 2023

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

World Rugby has confirmed that Rugby World Cup 2023 in France will feature the Foul Play Review Official (Bunker) and shot clock, aimed at supporting match officials in their decision-making, promoting...

Gatland reveals his Wales RWC squad

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wales senior mens head coach Warren Gatland has confirmed the Wales squad to compete at Rugby World Cup 2023 in France this autumn. The 33-player squad is made up of 19 forwards and 14 backs with an average...

Stuart McInally to retire after omission from Scotland’s Rugby World Cup squad

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Stuart McInally’s rugby career is over after the long-serving Edinburgh hooker was one of four players cut from Scotland’s 33-man World Cup squad.   The 33-year-old, who captained the...

"There Is Real Competition In The Squad" | Gregor Townsend On His Rugby World Cup 2023 Selection

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Hear from Scotland Head Coach, Gregor Townsend, following the naming of his 33-man squad for the 2023 Rugby World Cup.  

Jamie Ritchie captains Scotland as Gregor Townsend names his RWC squad

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Head coach Gregor Townsend has today named his 33-player squad for the upcoming Rugby World Cup 2023, to be held in France from next month. Captain Jamie Ritchie leads a selection comprising...