Mixed fortunes for SA teams in thrilling URC round
4 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyIt was a case of mixed fortunes for the four South African teams as the United Rugby Championship returned to action this past weekend, with the Bulls continuing to stamp their authority, while the Sharks...
Ulster Rugby v Zebre Parma Match Preview
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyUlster Rugby v Zebre Parma, 5.30pm, Sunday Ulster will be looking to build on their Champions Cup win over Exeter as they return to URC action. They claimed an eight-try 52-24 victory...
Dragons RFC v Munster Match Preview
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyDragons RFC v Munster Rugby, 7.35pm, Saturday Having been left out of the Welsh Six Nations squad, Rio Dyer is turning his attention to lifting spirits in the Dragons camp. The winger...
Leinster v Stormers Match Preview
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyLeinster Rugby v DHL Stormers, 5pm, Saturday League leaders Leinster may be without the bulk of their 24-strong contingent in the Ireland Six Nations squad, but they are able to welcome back a...
Scarlets v Edinburgh Match Preview
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyScarlets v Edinburgh Rugby, 3pm, Saturday Welsh internationals Steff Evans and Johnny Williams make very timely returns for the Scarlets as they look to retain their spot in the play-off zone. Dwayne...
Ospreys v Benetton Match Preview
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyOspreys v Benetton Rugby, 7.35pm, Friday Having been handed the Ospreys No 10 jersey following Dan Edwards’ “deserved” Wales call-up, Owen Williams is aiming to make the most...
Saints name side for Gallagher Premiership clash at Harlequins
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyDirector of Rugby Phil Dowson has made six changes to his starting XV this weekend, as Northampton Saints travel to Twickenham Stoop to face Harlequins on Friday evening (kick-off 7.45pm). The men in...
Quins make eight changes ahead of Saints
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyHarlequins have made eight changes for the visit of Northampton Saints as Gallagher Premiership action returns to The Stoop (Friday 24 January, 19:45 – live on TNT Sports). The league sparks back...
Six Nations to feature 20 minute red card
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Six Nations is following the lead of the Rugby Championship with the introduction of 20 minute red cards. Photo: 123RF This year's Six Nations rugby competition will feature 20-minute...
Scotland name their U20 squad ahead of the U20 Six Nations
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyThe group consists of 19 forwards and 15 backs, and will get their championship underway at home to Italy U20 on Friday 31 January at Hive Stadium. Johnny Ventisei will captain the squad, having led...
