Dean Richards to step down as Newcastle Falcons' director of rugby
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyDean Richards will step down as Newcastle Falcons’ director of rugby at the end of the current season, with head coach Dave Walder taking charge of rugby matters. After 25 years...
England 15-32 Ireland: Farrell's side stay in title hunt after early Ewels red card
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland put up an incredible fight a man down after a nightmare start, but it is Ireland who remain in contention for the title. Charlie Ewels was sent off after only 82 seconds as Ireland...
Six Nations: The Breakdown – Galthie's France two steps from Grand Slam glory as England eye Paris decider
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFrance are rolling towards a possible Grand Slam as they arrive in Cardiff for game four in their Six Nations mission, but Fabien Galthie's team must not switch off now. The championship...
Premiership Rugby Ins And Outs
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBATH RUGBY Ins: Will Butt (academy), Arthur Cordwell (academy), Johannes Jonker (Ealing Trailfinders), D’Arcy Rae (Glasgow Warriors), Kieran Verden (academy), Jaco Coetzee (The Stormers), Danny...
Toby Flood retires from playing professional rugby
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter an 18-year career which saw him featuring in a Rugby World Cup final and winning three Premiership titles, Newcastle Falcons fly-half Toby Flood has retired from playing professional rugby. The...
Explainer: The 50:22, Goal line drop-out & the other new law variations and how they work
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Rugby Championship officially kicks off this weekend right off the back of the British and Irish Lions series and with it comes the introduction of the new law variation for test rugby this year. The...
Carl Fearns makes his first start against Exeter
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCarl Fearns makes his first start for Newcastle Falcons on Sunday when they travel to Premiership champions Exeter Chiefs (kick-off 1.30pm). The experienced forward has made a telling impact from...
The Star-Studded Saracens Team That Won Their First Premiership Title 10 Years Ago Today
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySaracens were crowned English champions for the first time ten years ago today. Steve Borthwick led Saracens to their first-ever Premiership title beating Leicester Tigers, the team Borthwick...
Flood returns as Newcastle host league leaders
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyToby Flood returns for Newcastle Falcons as they welcome Premiership leaders Bristol Bears to Kingston Park Stadium on Saturday. Flood comes in at fly-half as one of only two changes from the...
George McGuigan chalks up his top-flight century
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyGeorge McGuigan plays his 100th Premiership game on Sunday when Newcastle Falcons host Exeter Chiefs. The 27-year-old hooker has made 114 appearances in all competitions during his two spells...
