Everything you need to know about the second round of WXV 2024
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWXV returned in style last weekend and now the teams are ready for a potentially decisive second round. England’s meeting with New Zealand takes top billing as WXV 1 moves to Langley Event Centre,...
The Data Behind South Africa’s Rugby Championship Success
4 months ago by Jonny McCormickAfter back-to-back World Cup titles and a Lions series victory, South Africa added to their recent trophy collection by claiming the 2024 Rugby Championship title. This current crop of Springboks are...
Dumke to lead Springbok Women against Australia
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyLusanda Dumke will lead the Springbok Women into battle on Saturday when they take on Australia at Athlone Stadium in Cape Town in the second round of WXV 2. Dumke, playing in her 32nd Test, will...
Force down Cheetahs with impressive win
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyHarry Potter starred with a double as the Western Force opened their three-game South Africa tour with an impressive 38-24 victory over the Toyota Cheetahs in Bloemfontein. The Force scored four tries...
Corey Toole signs new deal with Brumbies
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Brumbies have confirmed winger Corey Toole has inked a one year extension at the club. Toole has been one of the Brumbies best since his debut in 2023, crossing for 17 tries in 27 matches. Watch...
Yapp recalls Wood to Wallaroos side
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWallaroos coach Jo Yapp has parachuted scrum half Samantha Wood straight into the side to face South Africa on Sunday (AEST) in the second round of the WXV competition. Wood will start on the bench after...
Clayton McMillan announced as All Blacks XV Head Coach
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyClayton McMillan has been announced as Head Coach of the All Blacks XV and will lead the team on a two-match end of year tour with Assistant Coaches Jamie Mackintosh (Forwards), David Hill (Attack) and...
Veteran Wallaby James O’Connor set to join the Crusaders
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyIn one of the biggest transfer deals in Super Rugby history, experienced Wallaby James O’Connor appears set to continue his extraordinary career with the Crusaders. After turning down a significantly...
Benetton sign Argentine hooker Agustìn Creevy
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyA sensational signing for Benetton Rugby. The green and white franchise is happy to announce the signing of Agustìn Creevy. The hooker, who will join the team on Monday 21 October, has...
Meet Gareth Thomas: The late developer who has become Wales’ number one No 1
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyNo player has started more Test matches for Wales over the past 12 months than Gareth Thomas. He may not have the public profile of some of his team-mates, but the Ospreys prop has established...
