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Quarter-Final Preview: Ireland v New Zealand

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

The second quarter-final – and it’s arguably the big one as the number one side in the World Rugby Men’s Rankings powered by Capgemini goes head to head with the three-time...

Rugby World Cup 2023 Quarter-Final Preview: Ireland v New Zealand

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

The second quarter-final – and it’s arguably the big one as the number one side in the World Rugby Men’s Rankings powered by Capgemini goes head to head with the three-time...

Conor Murray says New Zealand-born trio ‘so important’ to Ireland World Cup bid

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Native Kiwis Bundee Aki, Jamison Gibson-Park and James Lowe will face the All Blacks at the World Cup for the first time. Conor Murray believes New Zealand’s loss is Ireland’s gain as “world-class”...

World Rugby Hall of Fame to recognise five Rugby World Cup greats

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Dan Carter (New Zealand), Thierry Dusautoir (France), George Smith (Australia), Juan Martín Hernández (Argentina) and Bryan Habana (South Africa) will become the latest legends inducted into...

Going through or going home? – Ireland v Scotland talking points

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Reigning champions South Africa will also have a keen eye on proceedings in Paris.  Ireland and Scotland are preparing for a pivotal Rugby World Cup qualification shootout in Paris. Progression...

Henderson and Sheehan start - Ireland name team to play Scotland

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has made two changes to his starting side to face Scotland in their final Pool B match at Stade de France on Saturday, 7 October, with Iain Henderson coming into the second...

Ali Price: Enhanced maturity helping with frustration of losing Scotland spot

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ali Price feels his enhanced maturity has helped him respond positively to the frustration of losing his status as Scotland’s first-choice scrum-half in the lead-up to the World Cup. The 30-year-old...

Conor Murray lauds Ireland’s ability to switch focus ahead of Scotland showdown

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Conor Murray believes Ireland are now far better at “flipping the page” following a big win as they bid to back up beating South Africa by securing a quarter-final spot when they face Scotland. Experienced...

Rugby World Cup 2023 Match Preview: Australia v Portugal

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Two defeats in a row in France, including a record loss to Wales, have left Australia despondent. Their Rugby World Cup future is out of their hands. All they can do is finish the pool phase in a manner...

A huge figure for us – Wales assistant extols ‘phenomenal’ captain Jac Morgan

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wales captain Jac Morgan has been described as “phenomenal” following an immense contribution towards his country reaching the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals. The 23-year-old flanker has proved...