England aiming to be one of 'world's best' teams, says Earl
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyBen Earl hopes "heartache" over summer will help England become "some of the world's best" ahead of their clash with New Zealand. England have aspirations of greatness, asserted Ben Earl as he prepares...
Borthwick urges England to 'finish the job' ahead of Autumn Nations Series opener
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland were narrowly beaten in their two previous meetings with New Zealand, and Steve Borthwick wants his players to be more ruthless. Steve Borthwick has challenged England to "finish the job" by converting...
Munster Side To Face All Blacks XV
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Munster team has been named for Saturday’s sold-out clash against the All Blacks XV at Thomond Park (5.30pm). Pinergy, Munster Rugby’s official energy partner, are the presenting partners...
All Blacks XV team named for match against Munster
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks XV Head Coach Clayton McMillan alongside Assistant Coaches Jamie Mackintosh, Cory Jane and David Hill have named their All Blacks XV team to play Munster this Saturday at Thomond Park in Ireland. Du’Plessis...
Borthwick: Supporters' energy and passion will give England 'extra lift' against All Blacks
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland begin their Autumn Nations Series against New Zealand on Saturday, and what will be only their third home game in 16 internationals. Steve Borthwick expects the "energy and passion of our supporters"...
Munster squad update as they prepare for All Blacks XV at Thomond
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Munster squad have started preparations at the HPC ahead of Saturday’s sold-out clash against the All Blacks XV at Thomond Park (5.30pm). On the injury front, there were no fresh concerns following...
France make a host of changes to Autumn Nations squad
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter some withdrawals, the French coaching staff has called new players to join the group of 42 in preparation for three matches this fall. Fabien Galthié's team will take on Japan, New Zealand,...
Bledisloe returns to Perth as home 2025 Rugby Championship Tests confirmed
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Wallabies will take on New Zealand in Perth with the Bledisloe Cup to return to Optus Stadium in 2025. The fixture, which will be part of the 2025 Rugby Championship, will be held on October 4, and...
Ollie Chessum ruled out of Internationals
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland have suffered a major setback on the eve of the Autumn Nations Series, with Ollie Chessum likely to miss the entire campaign after sustaining a knee injury in training last week. Chessum...
All Blacks secure victory in Yokohama
3 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...
