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World Rugby investigating alleged racist abuse directed at England’s Tom Curry

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

The alleged incident occurred in the second quarter of the Stade de France clash.  World Rugby has opened an investigation into the alleged racist slur directed at England flanker Tom Curry by South...

Rugby World Cup 2023 final is closest yet according to World Rugby Men’s Rankings

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

South Africa and New Zealand go into Saturday’s showpiece occasion in Saint-Denis as the leading teams in the world, separated by a mere 1.23 points.   The final of Rugby World Cup 2023...

Stats review - the figures behind the losing semi-finalists

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Argentina's dream of reaching their first Rugby World Cup was ended by free-flowing New Zealand while England's kicking game served them brilliantly against South Africa until scrum penalties took their...

Wayne Barnes to referee Rugby World Cup 2023 final

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

England’s Wayne Barnes will take charge of the Rugby World Cup 2023 final between New Zealand and South Africa at Stade de France on Saturday, 28 October. Barnes, the world’s most-capped referee...

Rugby World Cup semi-final review: All Blacks and Springboks set up record-breaking finale

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Records will tumble at Stade de France, when two triple champions, New Zealand and South Africa, face one another for the Webb Ellis Cup. The Springboks have never lost a final, and are looking to become...

World Rugby statement regarding alleged discriminatory language

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

World Rugby takes all allegations of discriminatory behaviour extremely seriously.  We can confirm that we are formally reviewing the allegation made by England’s Tom Curry in relation to the...

Deon Davids 'Springboks v All Blacks is always a special battle'

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Comments from South Africa assistant coach Deon Davids on Sunday following his team's dramatic 16-15 win over England at Stade de France to reach the final of Rugby World Cup 2023. Deon Davids, assistant...

Spain, USA, Canada and Brazil set to play La Vila International Rugby Cup

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

In partnership with the Federacion Espanola de Rugby and World Rugby, the Spanish town of Villajoyosa is set to host home nation Spain, North American rugby giants USA and Canada and growing South American...

England vs South Africa Key Moments

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

South Africa manage to get another 1 point win in a classic Rugby World Cup Semi-Final going down to the wire with South Africa winning after being behind on the scoreboard for a large majority of the...