Autumn Nations Series
Autumn Nations Series

Autumn Nations Series

2022

Eddie Jones opens up regarding England axing

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Recently-former England boss Eddie Jones has opened up to French publication, Midi Olypique, regarding his axing.   A poor Autumn Nations Series culminated in the RFU terminating Jones’ contract...

Autumn Nations Series: 2022 Try of the Series Nominees

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The nominees for the top ten tries of the 2022 Autumn Nations Series are in - and they're special!  

Confirmed: England sack Eddie Jones

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Following a review of the Autumn Nations Series, Eddie Jones has been dismissed from the position of England Head Coach.   The RFU will now conclude the long-term work it has been undertaking on...

Wales shake-up: Wayne Pivac makes way for Warren Gatland

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) CEO Steve Phillips has confirmed Gatland will take charge of Wales for the 2023 Guinness Six Nations and at the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France, with the ability to go through the...

Worrying times for Eddie Jones as RFU eye Leicester boss as possible replacement

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

If the RFU take the decision to sack Eddie Jones and appoint Leicester Tigers boss Steve Borthwick to the role of England Head Coach – as currently circulating rumours indicate – a huge pay-out...

Internationals return for Saints ahead of Gallagher Premiership trip to Gloucester

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Tommy Freeman, Alex Coles and Sam Matavesi are all set to start Northampton Saints’ clash against Gloucester Rugby this weekend following the conclusion of the Autumn Nations Series.   The...

France’s Damian Penaud voted Player of the Series

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The 26-year-old has played a central role in France’s unbeaten 2022 and receives the award ahead of New Zealand’s Ardie Savea and Italy sensation Ange Capuozzo. The shortlist was compiled...

Quins team to face Bath named

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Alongside the rest of the Premiership, Harlequins is dedicating this weekend's action to Restart, raising vital awareness and funds to support players facing the unthinkable.     Continuity...

Should South Africa's Try have stood?

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Nigel Owens reviews the biggest plays including whether South Africa's controversial try should have stood.      

URC the perfect breeding ground for NextGen Springboks

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

One of the significant features to come out of the Springboks’ Autumn Nations Series this month – and the November international series in general – was how it underlined the role played...