Tom Hooper to the Chiefs
1 day ago by Ultimate Rugbyxeter Chiefs have kicked off their 2025/26 season recruitment on strong footing with the signing of Wallabies back row, Tom Hooper. Heralded in Australia as an emerging firepower in the Wallabies...
Filipo excited for Maori All Blacks clash against Scotland
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyMāori All Blacks coach Ross Filipo is determined next season's game against Scotland will be a step towards more regular exposure against Tier One rugby nations. He has settled on a mindset...
Borthwick taking positives from 'frustrating' Autumn Series
1 month 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 month 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...
England vs South Africa: A statistical look
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyThe second full round of fixtures in this year’s Autumn Nations Series saw a mix of tight clashes and resounding victories – we take a look at some of the key stats from the weekend. After...
'Brutal' Australia review exactly what England needed, says Sleightholme
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyOllie 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...
George laments 'unforgivable' England showing after last-gasp Australia defeat
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland captain Jamie George labelled his side's performance as "unforgivable" after their 42-37 defeat to Australia on Saturday. The Red Rose came flying out of the blocks with two early tries from Chandler...
All Blacks secure victory in Yokohama
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyForced to struggle through a below-par second half, the All Blacks started their northern tour with a 64-19 Lipovitan B Test with Japan in Yokohama on Saturday. A frustrating third quarter in...
All Blacks wary of Japan 'flair' as tour kicks off
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe All Blacks will be wary of Japan's "flair" under Eddie Jones when the two sides meet in Yokohama on Saturday, centre David Havili said. New Zealand face Japan before heading to Europe for Tests on...
All-action hosts Japan join Fiji in PNC final
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyJapan claimed the remaining open Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2024 final slot in emphatic style after beating Samoa in an exhibition of running, attacking rugby. The host side scored six tries...
