Challenge Cup back with a bang
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe EPCR Challenge Cup returned this weekend and Emirates Lions’ pulsating 31-31 draw with Dragons RFC was one of a series of enthralling Round 1 clashes. There were four tries apiece...
Positive start for SA’s sides in European debut
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe five South African teams that made their debuts in the Heineken Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup on Saturday got a pass mark on the opening weekend of the two European competitions, with the Cell...
Match Report: Bulls triumph in 11-try thriller against Lyon
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBulls emerged victorious on their Heineken Champions Cup debut as they beat Lyon 42-36 in an 11-try thriller at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday. Vodacom Bulls demonstrated their attacking prowess...
Glasgow hold on to claim impressive win over Bath
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyGlasgow Warriors survived a late scare to win away in the EPCR Challenge Cup on Saturday, twice finding themselves pegged back by a determined Bath Rugby side before ultimately claiming a deserved 22-19...
Cheetahs edge tight EPCR Challenge Cup debut
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCheetahs showed composure and maturity under pressure to edge out Section Paloise 21-16 in their first ever EPCR Challenge Cup match at the Stade du Hameau on Saturday. The match started...
Second-half showing sees Stade Français topple Benetton
2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby2017 EPCR Challenge Cup winners Stade Français Paris relied on a stunning second-half showing to overcome a resilient Benetton Rugby 24-14 at the Stade Jean-Bouin on Friday evening. Trailing...
First-half flurry helps Bristol beat USAP
2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby2020 EPCR Challenge Cup winners Bristol Bears started their 2022/23 campaign in strong fashion with a 19-5 win over USAP at the Stade Aimé Giral on Friday evening. Full-back Charles...
Cardiff & Wales representatives rush to woman's aid in city centre
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFour of Cardiff Rugby’s finest showed that the quick-thinking skills learned on the rugby pitch can be useful in real life & death situations as well. Josh Adams, Tomos Williams, Lloyd...
Connacht squad named for Challenge Cup opener with Newcastle Falcons
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Connacht management team have selected their squad for tomorrow’s EPCR Challenge Cup fixture against Newcastle Falcons at The Sportsground (k/o 5.30pm). Adam Byrne is handed his first...
Match Preview: Champions Cup returnees face off as Saracens host Edinburgh
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTwo sides returning to the Heineken Champions Cup this season go head-to-head at StoneX Stadium on Sunday as Saracens welcome Edinburgh Rugby in Pool A. Saracens, who are three-time winners...
