Marler prepares for fitting finale against Bears
4 days ago by Ultimate RugbyIt is fitting that Joe Marler will call time on his rugby career against Bristol Bears – after all, he was so important for Harlequins that they flew him in on a helicopter for the most famous...
Ireland could drop to third in World Rugby rankings
4 days ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has published the ranking permutations for this weekend's Autumn Nations Series and Rugby Europe matches. Permutation highlights: Ireland cannot improve their rating with victory over Australia...
Borthwick taking positives from 'frustrating' Autumn Series
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland ensured they ended 2024 on a high note as they claimed a 59-14 victory over Japan, and coach Steve Borthwick is taking the positives from a difficult Autumn Nations Series. Borthwick's team lost...
Match Preview: Japan vs England
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland conclude their autumn internationals against Japan at Twickenham. Steve Borthwick's side are bidding to end a frustrating campaign on a positive note after defeats against New Zealand, Australia...
Springboks determined to finish the season on a strong note against Wales
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick and captain Siya Kolisi said on Friday the Boks are determined to deliver a complete 80-minute performance and finish the season on a high note against Wales in...
World Rankings preview
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has published the ranking permutations for the men's internationals in Europe and Africa this weekend, including the Autumn Nations Series, Rugby Africa and Rugby Europe competitions. Permutation...
Iakopo Mapu signs season-long deal at Saints
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyNorthampton Saints announce that back-row forward Iakopo Mapu has joined the Club until the end of the 2024/25 season. The 27-year-old Samoan, who can be deployed at flanker or No.8, arrived...
World Rugby Hall of Fame to recognise five legends of the game
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has announced that five players spread across sevens and 15s will be inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame at the World Rugby Awards in Monaco on 24 November. The contributions...
Argentina team named for last fixture of the year
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyLos Pumas have named their matchday squad to face France at the Stade de France in what will be the last match of the November Window, and of the year. With 6 wins and 5 losses, Felipe Contepomi's team...
Sleightholme extends Saints stay
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyOllie Sleightholme has signed a contract extension which sees the England winger remain at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens for the foreseeable future, Northampton Saints today announce. Sleightholme...