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Talking points ahead of 2023 Rugby World Cup in France

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

One of the most eagerly-awaited tournaments in Rugby World Cup history will unfold in France during September and October. It takes place across nine host cities – Paris, Toulouse, Marseille, Bordeaux,...

Italy name side to face Japan on Saturday

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Kieran Crowley, coach of the Italian men's rugby team, has announced the team that will face Japan on Saturday 26 August at 18.30 at the Monigo stadium in Treviso, the fourth and last summer test...

The 12-strong reserves list named by France

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

France boss Fabien Galthie didn’t just name his official squad of 33 on Monday for the upcoming Rugby World Cup – he also named a 12-strong reserves list that will remain in camp...

Top 14 Round 1 Round-Up

1 year ago by Larrissa Falls

Bayonne v Toulouse FT = Bayonne 26-7 ToulouseBayonne gave their sold-out crowd something to celebrate after dispatching last seasons Premiers, Toulouse, at home. Despite the visitors being without all...

Doussain sustains season ending injury

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Jean-Marc Doussain will be out of action for the remainder of the season after sustaining an injury in Saturdays Top 14 fixture against Lyon. In a statement released by RC Toulon, the club clarified in...

Thomas Laclayat replaces injured Demba Bamba in France squad

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

A dark cloud hovers over the French squad as they release yet another injury update.   The side has confirmed that Demba Bamba has been released to his club, Lyon, following an injury he sustained against...

Shocks aplenty as Wallabies announce Rugby World Cup 2023 squad

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Eddie Jones has made several huge calls as he announces the 33-player Wallabies squad for Rugby World Cup 2023 in France.   Co-captain Michael Hooper and Quade Cooper are among the exclusions, with...

All Black Rugby World Cup Squad Announced

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

All Blacks selectors Ian Foster, Jason Ryan and Joe Schmidt have named the All Blacks squad for Rugby World Cup 2023 in France. The squad was announced by former All Blacks captain Richie McCaw in Napier...