Exeter will leave ‘gifted’ Immanuel Feyi-Waboso to decide own international path
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyExeter rugby director Rob Baxter says there will be no pressure from the Chiefs about where Immanuel Feyi-Waboso’s potential international career should lie. The uncapped 21-year-old, who is qualified...
England to improve mental health support after Owen Farrell takes Test break
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyFarrell made the shock decision weeks after leading England to a third-place finish at the World Cup, during which he was regularly booed by fans. England are to provide greater support for the welfare...
Henry Arundell chooses Racing 92 over England in two-year deal
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyHenry Arundell will be unavailable for England selection until 2026 after agreeing a two-year contract extension with Racing 92. Arundell, one of the most exciting talents in the English game, cannot...
Farrell takes a break to focus on mental health
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland captain Owen Farrell will not be available for the 2024 Six Nations after deciding to take a break from international rugby "to prioritise his and his family's mental wellbeing". In a statement...
England captain Owen Farrell to miss Six Nations to ‘prioritise’ well-being
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyFarrell is taking a break from international rugby but will contine to captain and play for Saracens. England captain Owen Farrell will not be available for this season’s Six Nations Championship...
Lewis Ludlam to join Toulon as England's talent drain to France continues
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyNorthampton back-row Lewis Ludlam will become the latest England international to head for France after agreeing terms to join Top 14 side Toulon next summer. Ludlam has played in the last two World Cups...
Bongi Mbonambi: England were 'unprofessional' regarding alleged on-pitch slur, says hooker
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyBongi Mbonambi has accused England of being "unprofessional" after alleging the South Africa hooker directed a racial slur at Tom Curry. The incident occurred during the Springboks' 16-15 win against...
England A to Return against Portugal In February 2024
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe reintroduction of the England A side will provide more game time for players transitioning from the pathway at U20 level to the senior team and increase their on-field maturation and development. As...
Eddie Jones: Marcus Smith is a very good player – but he is not a full-back
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyEddie Jones insists Marcus Smith is “not a full-back” and England must utilise the Harlequins talent at outside-half to get the best out of him. England deployed Smith at full-back in during...
England wing Jonny May retires from Test rugby
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 33-year-old scored 36 tries in 78 internationals, putting him second behind Rory Underwood on England's list of all-time leading try scorers. "Words can't describe the journey that I've been on so...
