Wales pay the penalty as France dash Grand Slam hopes at the death
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIt seemed Wales were certain to win a Six Nations Grand Slam, but France – and Brice Dulin in particular – had other ideas. So near and yet so far for Wales, who...
Sir Clive Woodward picks his Lions XV
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer England and British & Irish Lions head coach Sir Clive Woodward has penned what is in his opinion the best Lions side to tackle the mighty Springboks later this year. After winning...
Jones, Pivac & Galthie on France's victory over Wales
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWith one hand on the trophy, Alun Wyn Jones led the Welsh out onto the pitch in Paris with the hopes of cementing the 2021 Six Nations in their name, but it wasn’t to be. The visitors were...
Six Nations Team Of Round Five
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Six Nations Super Saturday did not disappoint. A thrilling day in the Six Nations saw Scotland romp their biggest victory in their Six Nations' history thrashing Italy 52-10. The second game...
Wayne Pivac changes one for Grand Slam decider
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWayne Pivac has made one change to his side for Wales' Six Nations finale against France on Saturday (KO 21.00 Local), with Adam Beard returning to the starting line-up. Wales are...
6 Nations - Round 4 Top Stats Performers - most tackles, turnovers & more
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRound 4 saw two nail-biting encounters and one walk-over with England edging out France at Twickenham 23-20 before Ireland slipped past the Scots 27-24. The Wales vs Italy clash was decidedly more one-sided...
Six Nations Team of the Week - Round Four
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFollowing another thrilling weekend in the Six Nations, we pick our team of the weekend. 1. Cyril Baille - France The first place in our team of the week goes to the French...
Wales' 2020 pain inspiring Grand Slam charge – Pivac
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWayne Pivac says Wales have used the "pain" of their results in 2020 to inspire them on to being on the brink of a Six Nations Grand Slam. Wales thrashed Italy 48-7 on Saturday to make it four wins from...
Italy brace themselves for the red tide of Wales
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe big fish in the Six Nations pond will take on the minnows in the first match-up of Round 4. Alun Wyn Jones’ charges travel to Rome for what they hope will be another successful outing. After...
Wales team to face Italy in Rome
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWales have made two changes to their starting XV to take on Italy in Rome on Saturday. Cory Hill and Gareth Davies both come into the side that beat England to make it three...
