Record-breaking derby day at Croke Park
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyHistory will be made at Croke Park on Saturday when the BKT URC showdown between Leinster Rugby and Munster Rugby is played out in front of a new record league attendance. The provincial derby...
Sharks backline remains intact for Benetton clash
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Sharks will once again take continuity into their United Rugby Championship clash with Benetton at Stadio Monigo on Saturday afternoon. Head coach John Plumtree has made minimal changes, all three...
Tommy Freeman commits future to Northampton Saints
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland international Tommy Freeman has signed a new contract at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens which sees the 23-year-old remain at Northampton Saints for the foreseeable future. Freeman...
Former Springbok leaves Bulls for Boland
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyVeteran Springbok Cornal Hendricks has left the Bulls to return to boost Boland’s hopes of securing a spot in the Currie Cup Premier Division. According to a report by South African source IOL...
Clean sweep for SA sides in rewarding URC weekend
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyIt was a rewarding weekend for South Africa’s United Rugby Championship teams as all four franchises claimed bonus-point victories – two at home and two away – to bag a full house for...
URC Round 3 Review
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyLeaders Leinster looking forward to special day There’s now clear distance between Leinster Rugby and the rest of the league as they look ahead to a “special” derby day next...
Match Preview: Saracens vs Exeter Chiefs
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbySaracens will be eager to maintain their perfect start to the new Gallagher Premiership Rugby season as they take on an Exeter Chiefs side who are yet to kick into gear. Sarries sit top of the league...
Gray to depart Glasgow Warriors at end of November
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyClub centurion Richie Gray will depart Glasgow Warriors at the end of November, after the club agreed to allow the second-rower to pursue a new playing opportunity abroad. The move –...
Borthwick names 36-player squad for three-day training camp
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland Rugby head coach Steve Borthwick has named a 36-player squad for a three-day training camp ahead of the forthcoming 2024 Autumn Nations Series. The squad will assemble on...
URC Round 3 Preview
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyCardiff Rugby v Glasgow Warriors, 7.35pm, Friday Entertainment will be the name of the game for Cardiff when they welcome the BKT URC champions to the Arms Park. The Welsh side have made a flying start...