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Ireland in danger of falling to 5th in the World

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

World Rugby has published the ranking permutations for the men's internationals in Europe, Asia and Africa this weekend, including the Autumn Nations Series, Men's Elgon Cup and Rugby Europe competitions.  Permutation...

Stafford McDowall to captain Scotland against Portugal

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

Stafford McDowall will lead Scotland on Saturday as they take on Portugal in the third match of The Famous Grouse Nations Series at Scottish Gas Murrayfield in front of more than 55,000 supporters. McDowall...

6 Winners & Losers: Springbok squad announcement

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

South Africa will face England at Twickenham on Saturday 16 November 2024. Head coach Rassie Erasmus has today announced his matchday squad and here are our winners and losers.   Winners: Wilco...

Chris Paterson's Fantasy XV

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

Scottish rugby great, Chris Paterson, comes up with his ‘Fantasy XV' which contains players he had faced, rather than played with, during his stellar career. Chris Paterson, Scotland’s...

England coach Richard Wigglesworth uncertain about Felix Jones' role in preparations for South Africa clash.

2 weeks ago by The Irish Times

England's players and assistant coach Richard Wigglesworth have had no communication with Felix Jones ahead of Saturday's match against South Africa, despite his inside knowledge of the Springboks. Jones...

Scott Cummings receives 1 game ban

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

Scott Cummings appeared before an independent Disciplinary Committee via video link having received a 20 minute red card for an act of foul play contrary to Law 9.20 (e) in the match between Scotland...

Springboks aiming to have 'two best teams in the world', says Esterhuizen

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

South Africa centre Andre Esterhuizen said that the Springboks are aiming to have "the two best teams in the world" ahead of their Autumn Nations Series clash against England. The world champions...

'Brutal' Australia review exactly what England needed, says Sleightholme

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ollie Sleightholme described England's review of their late defeat to Australia as "brutal", but insisted it was exactly what the squad needed.  England had led by 12 points and then trailed by 10...

World Rugby Rankings: Springboks go top

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

South Africa replacing Ireland at the top of the World Rugby Men’s Rankings was just one of multiple changes after a dramatic weekend of ups and downs in the Autumn Nations Series and beyond. Every...

No disappointment for 'proud' Scotland coach Townsend

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

Gregor Townsend was immensely proud of his Scotland side after they pushed world champions South Africa close in a thrilling Test. Scotland ultimately went down 15-32 on Sunday, though the 17-point margin...