New Zealand appoint Ian Foster as the new All Blacks head coach
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIan Foster has been appointed the new Head Coach of the All Blacks, New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has announced today. 54-year-old Foster will now lead the All Blacks into a new era, after...
Fainga’a re-signs with Brumbies and Wallabies
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWallabies hooker Folau Fainga’a has put pen to paper on a contract extension to see him remain with the Brumbies and Rugby Australia until the end of 2022. The 24-year old enjoyed a breakout...
Blues rookie sees Super Rugby dream shattered
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBay of Plenty lock Baden Wardlaw has announced his immediate retirement from rugby because of an historic medical condition. The 29-year-old had realised his lifelong dream when he was named in...
Wednesday Morning Round Up
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRound up of some of the top stories doing the rounds. Dave Rennie named as the new Wallabies head coach It's official, Dave Rennie is the new Wallabies head coach —...
Aaron Cruden returns to the Chiefs
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Chiefs and New Zealand Rugby Union have announced today former Chiefs co-captain and All Black Aaron Cruden has signed with the Chiefs for 2020. 30-year-old Cruden, will return home from France...
Marchant signs new Quins deal which includes a spell in New Zealand
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHarlequins centre Joe Marchant has signed a three-year contract extension with the London Club, until 2023. Additionally, in a ground-breaking move for club rugby, Joe Marchant will join Investec Super...
Samu Extends Brumbies Stay
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Brumbies have announced that Wallabies backrower Pete Samu has signed an early two-year extension to his Rugby Australia and Brumbies contract to continue with the club’s Super Rugby journey...
England favourites for glory against Springboks, but shocks happen in finals
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland will be confident ahead of Saturday's Rugby World Cup final, but their great display against New Zealand is no guarantee of success. England were stunning winners against...
Lions name van Rooyen as Swys de Bruin's replacement
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Lions have announced that Ivan van Rooyen will take over as Head Coach of the Lions, replacing Swys de Bruin. “Ivan van Rooyen is someone who can build on the successes...
Japan's new domestic league is set to receive support from the Top 14
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyToulon and Lyon are two of the Top 14 clubs poised to collaborate with Japanese franchises in a new partnership as Japanese rugby looks to capitalise on their successful Rugby World Cup. The...
