A statistical look at Wayne Barnes' career ahead of his record-breaking 101st test match
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland’s Wayne Barnes will become the most-capped referee of all time when he takes charge of his 101st test match on 12 November when France meets South Africa in Marseille in the Autumn Nations...
Siya Kolisi linked with a move to French Top 14 giants
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Cup-winning Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has been linked with a move to Paris after the 2023 Rugby World Cup. Kolisi currently plies his trade with the Sharks in the United Rugby Championship...
Lukhanyo, Zain and Nadine receive ultimate peer recognition
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn a landmark moment for professional rugby players in South Africa, three players have been recognised by their peers with Players’ Player of the Year awards. Since its inception...
Moodie to start as Boks make changes for Sydney Test
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTalented young utility back Canan Moodie will make his Springbok debut against Australia in Sydney in the Castle Lager Rugby Championship on Saturday as injuries and the desire to try a few new player...
RANKED: The countries with the most test centurions
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAn elite group of 80 men's international players have reached the incredible milestone of 100 test caps. Even some of the most talented players who have graced the rugby pitch...
Milestones for Etzebeth, Mbonambi as Nienaber makes changes for Wales decider
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok coach Jacques Nienaber made 11 changes to his starting lineup for the team’s Castle Lager Incoming Series decider against Wales in Cape Town on Saturday as Eben Etzebeth earns his 100th Test...
Etzebeth to become youngest Springbok centurion
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA vigorous roar will ascend from the Cape Town Stadium on Saturday when the burly frame of one of the city’s and country’s favourite sons takes the field ahead of his teammates. Eben...
5 great Springbok / England Tests of the pro era
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIt is a rivalry which was spawned in 1906 and has grown in magnitude ever since. Today, an England vs South Africa fixture is held in high esteem around the world, as is the blood, sweat and tears which...
World Rugby release their four man shortlist for the Men's 15s Player of the Year
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has revealed the four man shortlist for the Men's 15 World Player of the Year. The shortlist consists of two Australias as well as a Frenchman and an Englishman. Wallabies...
Stats & Facts: South Africa v New Zealand
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa and New Zealand face off in the final match of the Rugby Championship on Saturday. We take a look at some of the stats and facts ahead of the clash. 688 - Beauden Barrett...
