5 things we learned from the opening round of the Guinness Six Nations
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland, England and Scotland made winning starts to the Guinness Six Nations on a dramatic opening weekend that provided many twists and turns. Here, Ultimate Rugby examines five things we...
England battle past Italy in Rome
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbyA rallying second-half performance helped England to a battling 27-24 victory away at Italy in the opening round of the 2024 Guinness Men’s Six Nations. A lacklustre start from the visitors paired...
Ludlam returns as Hutchinson makes 150th Saints appearance against Newcastle Falcons
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyClub captain Lewis Ludlam returns to the starting line-up to lead Northampton Saints out at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens this weekend, with Newcastle Falcons coming to town in the...
Who is your pick for the 6 nations
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyFrance Head coach Fabien Galthié has already lost two possible starters ahead of the Six Nations opener against Ireland on Friday week, with gritty back row Anthony Jelonch and gigantic lock Emmanuel...
Saints make one change to starting XV for trip to Munster
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyDirector of rugby Phil Dowson makes just one change to his Northampton Saints side for their final Investec Champions Cup Pool clash against Munster Rugby on Saturday (20 January, kick-off: 5.30pm). No.8...
Exeter boss backing ‘calm character’ Immanuel Feyi-Waboso to thrive with England
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyChiefs wing is pushing hard for England Six Nations selection. Exeter boss Rob Baxter has backed “calm character” Immanuel Feyi-Waboso to make the most of his opportunity with England. The...
Saints sign Gabriel Hamer-Webb on short-term contract
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyNorthampton Saints have signed wing Gabriel Hamer-Webb on a short-term contract as cover for injured players and those on international duty. The 23-year-old former England Under-20s international will...
Borthwick names 36-player Guinness Six Nations training squad
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland men’s head coach Steve Borthwick has named a 36-player training squad for the forthcoming 2024 Guinness Men's Six Nations Championship which begins on Saturday 3 February when England play...
Eight changes for Saints ahead of clash with Bayonne
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyPhil Dowson has made eight changes to his Northampton Saints side for Round 3 of the Investec Champions Cup, as Aviron Bayonnais head to cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens this Friday (12 January,...
Match Preview: Exeter Chiefs v Northampton Saints
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe top two in the Gallagher Premiership Rugby table go head-to-head at Sandy Park on Saturday as Exeter Chiefs welcome leaders Northampton Saints. Chiefs are looking to extend a 23-match unbeaten home...
