Everything you need to know about the Pacific Nations Cup
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe wait is almost over for rugby fans in the Pacific and North America as the Pacific Nations Cup 2024 gets ready for kick-off on Friday, 23 August. Run by World Rugby in partnership with the participating...
World Rugby Match Official appointments set for The Rugby Championship 2024
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyTwelve referees from seven nations to preside over 12 Rugby Championship matches Andrea Piardi to become first Italian to referee in competition England’s Christophe Ridley and France’s...
What can we expect in the Rugby Championship
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Rugby Championship kicks off in exactly 5 days and here’s what to expect. The opening game of tournament sees Australia take on South Africa at Suncorp stadium in Brisbane at 06:30 local time. The...
Waratahs add to their coaching group as Mike Catt among new faces
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWith Dan McKellar joining the club as Head Coach for the next three years, he will be ably supported by new assistant coaches Mike Catt OBE, Dan Palmer, and Lachlan McCaffrey. Catt OBE, who played 75...
Papali'i recommits to New Zealand Rugby until 2027
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks loose forward Dalton Papali’i has recommitted to New Zealand Rugby (NZR) through to the end of 2027.The 26-year-old has also extended his time with the Blues in DHL Super Rugby Pacific...
Lukhan Salakaia-Loto Signs With Reds
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe influential 122kg forward will return to the Queensland Reds as a far more experienced performer because of stints with England’s Northampton Saints (2022-23) and the Melbourne Rebels (2024).Still...
Rugby Championship: A look at at the venues and history
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Rugby Championship is set to get underway next week with both matches starting in the Pacific region. The All Black will host Los Pumas in Wellington to kick off defense of their title. The Springboks...
TJ Perenara announces move to Japan from 2025
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks halfback TJ Perenara has confirmed he will depart New Zealand rugby at the end of 2024 after signing a three year deal to play in Japan League One.Perenara said he was excited about a new chapter...
Rugby Championship -9 Days out-Breaking down the squads
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Rugby Championship is only nine days away. Every team has named their squad ahead of the tournament. Australia who ended last years tournament with the wooden spoon, will look to better their chances...
The Rugby Championship Countdown - History of the competition
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWith just over a week until The Rugby Championship, lets dive into the history of the competition, some interesting facts and some of the past winners. The Rugby Championship, formerly known as the Tri...
