Ulster brace for ‘hammer’ blows in SA
Ulster coach Dan McFarland expects that his side will get “hit with a big hammer” as they pursue victory on the SA leg of their Vodacom United Rugby Championship campaign, reports DEVIN HERMANUS.
Vermeulen named in strong Ulster squad for SA tour
Ulster coach Dan McFarland has included Springbok No 8 Duane Vermeulen in a powerful touring group for the Vodacom United Rugby Championship tour of South Africa.
Watch: Vermeulen barefooted in sub-zero interview
Springbok No 8 Duane Vermeulen arrived for a post-match interview in Belfast barefooted and in shorts after playing for Ulster in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship.
Vermeulen opens Ulster account as Clermont reach last 16
Springbok World Cup winner Duane Vermeulen scored his first Ulster try as the Irish province beat Clermont on Saturday to finish second in Pool A of the European Champions Cup.
Injured De Allende ruled out of all-Irish showdown
Springbok centre Damian de Allende will miss Munster’s crucial Vodacom United Rugby Championship clash against rivals Ulster due to injury.
Ulster fail to complete Bok coup
Ulster have reportedly aborted their quest to add another Springbok forward to their payroll due to contractual issues.
Ulster power past spirited Lions in Belfast
Ulster proved too strong for the adventurous but inaccurate Lions and came away convincing victors in the Round 4 Vodacom United Rugby Championship match in Belfast.
RECAP: Ulster vs Lions
Follow the live action as Ulster host the Lions in a Vodacom United Rugby Championship clash at the Kingspan Stadium.
Coetzee is a back-row warrior worth Bok consideration
Marcell Coetzee’s imminent return to action could slot in as another important piece of the Springboks’ preparation puzzle for the British & Irish Lions tour, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Ludik announces retirement
Former Lions, Sharks and Ulster utility back Louis Ludik has announced his retirement from professional rugby.
