Stuart McInally confirms rugby retirement after ‘dream came true’ with Scotland
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyStuart McInally declared it “a privilege” to have been able to end his rugby career at the Rugby World Cup with Scotland as he confirmed he has now retired from the game. The 33-year-old hooker...
Johnny Sexton insists Ireland are looking no further than crucial Scotland clash
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyCaptain Johnny Sexton insists Ireland are not thinking about anything beyond Scotland as they seek to avoid complacency following previous World Cup failures. Andy Farrell’s men are within touching...
Scotland must ‘do it the hard way’ to qualify from group but know what is needed
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyGregor Townsend admitted Scotland will have to “do it the hard way” if they are to reach the World Cup quarter-finals but the head coach is hoping the renewed clarity of their situation in...
Gregor Townsend thinks standard of officiating at World Cup needs to improve
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyScotland head coach Gregor Townsend insisted the standard of officiating at the World Cup needs to improve after being left perplexed by the decision not to issue a red card to Tonga’s Afusipa Taumoepeau...
Rugby World Cup 2023 Match Preview: Scotland v Tonga
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyA fortnight after they were outmuscled and outpaced by defending champions South Africa in Marseille, Scotland will want to kickstart their Rugby World Cup challenge against Tonga, in Nice – a couple...
A look at some of the best off-field tales from Rugby World Cup 2023.
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbySeveral public appeals and even the offer of a reward later and still a distraught Lima Sopoaga is searching for his beloved kicking tee. The Samoa fly-half, who has been converting tries and nailing penalties...
RWC Match Preview: Scotland v Tonga
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyA fortnight after they were outmuscled and outpaced by defending champions South Africa in Marseille, Scotland will want to kickstart their Rugby World Cup challenge against Tonga, in Nice – a couple...
Steyn and Harris among four changes - Scotland name team to play Tonga
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyScotland head coach Gregor Townsend has made four changes to his starting side for their second Pool B match against Tonga at Stade de Nice on Sunday, 24 September. Prop Rory Sutherland and second-row...
Kyle Steyn urges Scotland to match Tonga physicality in Rugby World Cup clash
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyKyle Steyn has warned Scotland they must be ready to match Tonga’s physicality and passion if they are to secure the bonus-point win they require in the Rugby World Cup this weekend. The Scots go...
Scotland full-back Ollie Smith eager for another taste of World Cup action
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyOllie Smith’s first taste of playing for Scotland at a World Cup has left him craving more after he was blown away by the atmosphere inside the “awesome” Stade Velodrome. The...
