British & Irish Lions News
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Greenwood claims 'greatest Lion you've never heard of' may be better than BOD
In a career that saw him play on three British and Irish Lions tours and win a World Cup with England, Will Greenwood played along…
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Josh Raisey
01 May 2025, 5:33
Referees for British & Irish Lions series and July Tests confirmed
World Rugby has announced its match official appointments for the British and Irish Lions tour of Australia and the July internati…
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Ian Cameron
01 May 2025, 5:04
Lions idea is a non-starter for Jack Willis: Benjamin Kayser
Jack Willis should play out his season with Toulouse and not be tempted into asking for a Lions release, says Premier Sports' Benj…
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Neil Squires
30 Apr 2025, 13:27
Many will disagree with Rob Kearney's Lions captaincy choice
Former Ireland star Rob Kearney is backing Owen Farrell to make the British and Irish Lions tour to Australia this summer and is c…
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Chris Jones
30 Apr 2025, 8:03
The glaring omission on Les Kiss' Wallabies job application
The appointment of Les Kiss as Wallabies head coach doesn’t surprise me. I mean, how could it? It’s been signposted for weeks …
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Hamish Bidwell
29 Apr 2025, 21:42
'If he performs in this game, he's in the Lions'
Northampton Saints' Investec Champions Cup semi-final against Leinster at Dublin's Aviva Stadium has been described as the "first …
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Josh Raisey
29 Apr 2025, 11:21
Brian O'Driscoll the latest name to back 'brilliant fit' Lions bolter
Former British and Irish Lions captain Brian O'Driscoll has become the latest personality to back England and Sale Sharks fly-half…
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Josh Raisey
28 Apr 2025, 5:14
James O'Connor, the Lions and the great club v country conundrum
Sabbaticals may provide the silver bullet to one of rugby's greatest issues, the competing interests of club and country.
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Nick Bishop
27 Apr 2025, 17:16
Dual international record holder to be honoured ahead of Lions Test series
The Player of the Match medal for the British and Irish Lions' game versus an Invitational Australia & New Zealand side on July 12…
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Jon Newcombe
25 Apr 2025, 4:27
Why ex-All Black believes James O’Connor deserves Wallabies recall
James O’Connor is the talk of the town in Super Rugby Pacific at the moment, with a lot of fans calling for Wallabies coach Joe …
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Finn Morton
23 Apr 2025, 19:20
'Waltzing O'Driscoll, the Sea of Red and the Plank': Remembering the 2001 British and Irish Lions odyssey
Marred by newspaper columns and controversy, Graham Henry's 2001 vintage still served up a fabulous Test series against the Wallab…
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Mick Cleary
23 Apr 2025, 8:47
Crusaders impact could put veteran O’Connor in Wallabies mix for Lions
He may be 34 and only averaging 23 minutes per game, but could the experienced No.10 return to Australia fold?
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Brett McKay
23 Apr 2025, 3:58
'He and the likes of Cowan-Dickie are pushing for Lions honours'
Alex Sanderson backed Tom Curry to get on a second Lions tour after the England flanker did his very best to capture the attention…
Leinster lions Van der Flier & Ringrose roaring loudly for overdue tours
Two inspirational Irish figures have yet to earn the Lions call, but are playing with points to prove.
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Pat McCarry
18 Apr 2025, 3:57
'Not real Lions': How the 1989 British and Irish tourists put Australia on the map
After brawls, drama and excitement, an initially controversial tour cemented Australia's place on the Lions southern hemisphere ag…
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Mick Cleary
17 Apr 2025, 12:11
Lions truce predicted for Finn Russell and Johnny Sexton: 'There will be no issue'
Bath coach Johann van Graan predicts a peace pact between Finn Russell and Johnny Sexton on the British and Irish Lions tour if hi…
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Neil Squires
17 Apr 2025, 10:42
The Lions 23 and its skipper if Andy Farrell was South African
We’re all slaves to our own experiences. The invisible forces that steer us through life shape our understanding of this complex…
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Daniel Gallan
17 Apr 2025, 8:22
Johnny Sexton gets British & Irish Lions call and new Ireland role
The British & Irish Lions have confirmed that former Ireland captain Johnny Sexton will join Andy Farrell’s coaching team a…
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Ian Cameron
17 Apr 2025, 5:13
Ex-All Black Richie Mo’unga teases return to ‘Test match setting’ in 2025
Richie Mo’unga is “really interested in playing” for the AUNZ Invitational XV against the British & Irish Lions on July 12.
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Finn Morton
14 Apr 2025, 20:19
'Caelan Doris... I’m not sure he gets in the Lions back row at the moment'
Maro Itoje's new-found calmness under fire marks him down as the man to lead the Lions in Australia according to World Cup winner …
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Neil Squires
11 Apr 2025, 4:51
Despite the Croke Park horror show, Marcus Smith shouldn't be discounted from Lions conversation
Chris Robshaw believes the superstar England fly-half shouldn't be discarded on the whim of a Dublin shellacking
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Neil Squires
10 Apr 2025, 8:50
Picking an in-form British & Irish Lions XV 1 month out from squad reveal
A month out from the British & Irish Lions squad reveal and the selection subplot continues to simmer as both domestic and Europea…
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Ian Cameron
07 Apr 2025, 11:17
Geoff Parling: An Englishman roasting the Lions?
A star of the 2013 series, the respected former lock is plotting the tourists' demise as Australia's lineout guru.
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Nick Bishop
07 Apr 2025, 5:41
Israel Folau to make rugby return amid Lions snubbing
Israel Folau will make his first appearance in nearly three months this weekend when he lines up for Urayasu D-Rocks against Yokoh…
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Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2025, 7:22
Ex-Scotland captain and British & Irish Lions star Laidlaw dies
Former Scotland captain and British & Irish Lions hooker Frank Laidlaw has died at the age of 84, Scottish Rugby has announced.
Duhan van der Merwe injury update leaves Andy Farrell with a dilemma
Edinburgh and Scotland wing Duhan van der Merwe is unlikely to play again before the British and Irish Lions squad is announced on…
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Bryn Palmer
01 Apr 2025, 13:41
Pierre Schoeman will leave 'no stone unturned' to achieve Lions goal
The Scotland prop is 'feeling good physically and mentally' and hopes to earn a place on the plane to Australia this summer by mai…
'He's a special player': Lawrence Dallaglio backs Henry Pollock to be Lions bolter
The England legend believes the Northampton youngster deserves to be in the selection mix after a stunning season for coun and cou…
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Chris Jones
01 Apr 2025, 6:16
Duhan van der Merwe's Lions tour thrown into doubt
The Scotland star will be hoping the injury does not affect his British and Irish Lions prospects.
Rookie Wallabies star a doubt for Lions series
Waratahs speedster Max Jorgensen faces an anxious wait on the results of his ankle scans after suffering a nasty looking injury ag…
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Ian Cameron
29 Mar 2025, 10:17
How Lions boss made lasting first impression on Richard Wigglesworth
Richard Wigglesworth’s first meeting with Andy Farrell proved to be a pretty memorable one.
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Martyn Thomas
27 Mar 2025, 14:00
Lawes' bold Lions statement after Farrell breathes new life into hopes
Former England captain Courtney Lawes is "pretty confident" that he can work his way into the British and Irish Lions XV if he is …
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Josh Raisey
27 Mar 2025, 11:19
The impact Townsend will have on Lions despite missing Farrell's team
Scotland forwards coach John Dalziel will lean heavily on Gregor Townsend’s experience as he prepares to go into “a brand new …
Aaron Smith and ‘three or four other All Blacks’ keen to play for AUNZ XV
Former All Black Aaron Smith would jump at the chance to represent the AUNZ Invitational XV against the British & Irish Lions.
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Finn Morton
26 Mar 2025, 21:21
Andy Farrell answers burning Owen Farrell Lions question
British and Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell kept the door ajar to a summer call-up for son Owen as he refused to rule out pick…
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Martyn Thomas
26 Mar 2025, 14:00
Lions selection ‘has to be done on merit not dynamics’
Andy Farrell has insisted he will pick his British and Irish Lions squad solely on merit as he suggested he would have no qualms a…
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Martyn Thomas
26 Mar 2025, 14:00
Andy Farrell is draining Ireland’s resources to benefit the Lions
Coaching the Lions is the ultimate honour, but Ireland's recent form has made them a victim of their own success
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Pat McCarry
26 Mar 2025, 11:06
Andy Farrell drafts 75-man Lions squad with blunt message to players
Farrell also confirmed his assistant coaches for the trip Down Under on Wednesday.
Andy Farrell confirms Lions coaching team
John Dalziel, Simon Easterby and Richard Wigglesworth have been confirmed as part of Andy Farrell's coaching staff for this summer…
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Martyn Thomas
26 Mar 2025, 6:03
2025 Lions' selection: An idiot's guide
Andy Farrell's coaching team will be announced this week and every fan is compiling their perfect squads, Lions fever is upon us
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Graham Simmons
22 Mar 2025, 4:49
First Nations & Pasifika XV set for historic match during Lions Series
Rugby Australia has unveiled the complete nine-game tour schedule for the British & Irish Lions Series, which includes a match aga…
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Finn Morton
19 Mar 2025, 21:04
Owen Farrell, Elliot Daly and lone Welshman make ex-Wallaby’s Lions XV
Former Wallabies scrum-half Nick Phipps has tipped Owen Farrell to be the British & Irish Lions’ first-choice fly-half.
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Finn Morton
19 Mar 2025, 20:20
Six English, six Irish with Owen Farrell in: Bok legends pick Lions XV
South African World Cup winner Schalk Burger has picked former England captain Owen Farrell as his preferred choice to start for t…
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Josh Raisey
19 Mar 2025, 14:12
Thomas du Toit on the Lions call that would leave him feeling 'weird'
The Springbok World Cup winner rates his Bath team-mate, Will Stuart, as one of the best tight-heads in the world.
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Jon Newcombe
19 Mar 2025, 14:11
New setback all but ends Immanuel Feyi-Waboso's Lions hopes
Immanuel Feyi-Waboso's fading hopes of being fit for the British and Irish Lions tour to Australia have finally evaporated after i…
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Neil Fissler
19 Mar 2025, 9:52
Could George Ford have 'bolted' his way into Lions contention?
A 25-minute cameo for England vs Wales has Sale Sharks boss, Alex Sanderson, arguing his case for selection.
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Jon Newcombe
19 Mar 2025, 8:43
Steve Borthwick has his say on England numbers on Lions tour
England look set for sizeable contingent in Andy Farrell’s squad.
The Steve Borthwick verdict on Maro Itoje's Lions captaincy bid
Borthwick’s side rounded off their latest Guinness Six Nations campaign with a record away hammering of Wales, scoring 10 tries …
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Liam Heagney
15 Mar 2025, 16:30
Shaun Edwards gives forthright response to Lions speculation
On the eve of the final round of the Six Nations, France's defence coach has spelt out his plans beyond the end of the championshi…
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Neil Fissler
14 Mar 2025, 10:46
Six England players who've boosted their Lions hopes this Six Nations
There is no such thing as a subdued meeting between England and Wales, it just doesn't exist, but Saturday's encounter at the Prin…
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Josh Raisey
14 Mar 2025, 5:30
Why the Wallabies’ overseas selection chatter has been deathly silent
However, this deal is more in line with a talented and valued player getting a ‘sabbatical’, as opposed to an outright loss of…
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John Ferguson
13 Mar 2025, 4:51
Wallaby Carlo Tizzano reveals 'beef' he has with likely Lions opponent
Australia flanker Carlo Tizzano says he hopes to face England's Tom Curry later this year when taking on the British and Irish Lio…
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Josh Raisey
12 Mar 2025, 11:42
Carol Isherwood appointed to historic Lions role
World Rugby Hall of Fame inductee Carol Isherwood has been appointed as the first chair of the British and Irish Lions Women's Com…
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Martyn Thomas
06 Mar 2025, 4:00
Sam Prendergast leading race for Lions 10 jersey claims recent tour captain
Former tour captain Sam Warburton is backing Sam Prendergast as the British & Irish Lions’ next starting stand-off.
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Ian Cameron
03 Mar 2025, 7:27
Why this week of Super Rugby Pacific is a Wallabies audition
The Western Force are only one of two teams that head into round-3 with a ledger of 2-0 and the Queensland Reds will be eager to s…
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John Ferguson
26 Feb 2025, 22:52
Why Jac Morgan is a British and Irish Lions Test starter
The Wales captain excels in a struggling team, and that should propel him to the fabled red jersey this summer.
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Paul Williams
18 Feb 2025, 3:52
Wales star receives shock Lions captaincy endorsement from Eddie Jones
Eddie Jones has overlooked many of the favourites to lead the British and Irish Lions later this year by opting for Wales captain …
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Josh Raisey
14 Feb 2025, 5:24
Nic White recalls moment that brutally ended his last Lions dream
Wallabies scrumhalf Nic White says it felt like his world ended when injury robbed him of the chance to face the British and Irish…
How England's Le Crunch success creates Lions conundrums
As England prevail, Rugby Australia and the British and Irish Lions face seminal decisions with the series looming large.
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Nick Bishop
12 Feb 2025, 4:33
World Cup winner amongst latest Lions coaching appointments
The British & Irish Lions have confirmed three key appointments to Head Coach Andy Farrell’s backroom team.
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Jon Newcombe
28 Jan 2025, 4:59
Returning duo put Ireland on pole for record Lions tally as final auditions beckon
Heading into the Six Nations, Ireland look well placed to have as many as 16 players in the Lions squad.
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Brendan Fanning
28 Jan 2025, 3:57
Wallabies announce Fiji Test ahead of Lions tour
The Wallabies have announced they will play Fiji in the lead-up to the British and Irish Lions series this July, hosting their Pac…
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Ned Lester
27 Jan 2025, 19:56
Andy Farrell lines up key off-field duo for British and Irish Lions tour
Andy Farrell is set to appoint David Nucifora and Aled Walters to his management team for the British and Irish Lions’ tour to A…
‘Like it or not, this Lions squad will be Irish. They deserve to dominate.’
Ireland have been the premier team in British and Irish rugby for a decade, ranked number one in the world and deserve to dominate…
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Paul Williams
14 Jan 2025, 17:31
Mick Cleary: 'Owen Farrell has been bedevilled by injury. But you write him off at your peril. He is a contender.'
The Ireland head coach will approach the Lions gig in the same indefatigable manner he has approached every role
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Mick Cleary
12 Jan 2025, 7:22
Pierre Schoeman tipped to pip Andrew Porter to Lions Test jersey
Judging by most pundits’ predictions after the Autumn Nations Series in November, Ireland’s Andrew Porter is considered a shoo…
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Bryn Palmer
10 Jan 2025, 17:00
Sam Prendergast backed for Lions as debate rises over which England 10 goes
Jim Hamilton has backed Ireland fly-half Sam Prendergast to make the British and Irish Lions squad later this year, predicting "so…
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Josh Raisey
09 Jan 2025, 10:52
The top five Test matches in 2025
International rugby tossed up many blockbusters in the packed 2024 calendar and with 2025 just around the corner, here’s the top…
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Henry Lee
08 Jan 2025, 22:57
Springboks dominate my team of 2024 – Andy Goode
It’s been a year of transition for a lot of teams, as is often the case in the 12 months after a World Cup, which means new star…
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Andy Goode
02 Jan 2025, 4:25
Kieran Read names his 2025 British and Irish Lions captain
The 39-year-old led New Zealand to their Test series draw versus Sam Warburton’s class of 2017.
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Liam Heagney
24 Dec 2024, 7:12
Where are they now? The 42-player 2021 British and Irish Lions squad
Gatland selected 42 players in total – 37 in his original squad with five more added along the way. Of the 13 English, 12 Welsh,…
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Liam Heagney
15 Dec 2024, 4:36
Lions hopeful Marcus Smith compared to 'The King'
Two-time British and Irish Lions tourist and former England full-back Bob Hiller believes Marcus Smith is the closest player of th…
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Jon Newcombe
10 Dec 2024, 7:15
Will overseas selection make the difference for British and Irish Lions?
Owen Farrell, Jack Willis and Courtney Lawes would add handsomely to the 2025 tourists - but will they get the opportunity?
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Nick Bishop
09 Dec 2024, 9:54
Andy Farrell's final answer as Ireland coach tells us how he will run his Lions team
The Lions head coach has assured journalists he will not be taking it easy as he prepares for the 2025 tour to Australia
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Pat McCarry
05 Dec 2024, 17:38
Frustrating end but UK tour sparks renewed optimism in Australia
Australia may be annoyed after a narrow defeat in Ireland, but their displays bolster hope for the 2025 Lions series.
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Brett McKay
04 Dec 2024, 6:24
Picking a form British & Irish Lions XV post-Autumn Nations Series
With the Autumn Nations Series wrapped up, we've picked a British & Irish Lions XV based purely on their form over the November Te…
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Ian Cameron
03 Dec 2024, 4:15
Ireland's Lions Watch report card: 13 in waiting
Fresh in the afterglow of Ciarán Frawley’s Kings Park drop goal heroics, I boldly stated that Ireland could end up with 20 sele…
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Pat McCarry
02 Dec 2024, 9:10
'Big Joe' McCarthy addresses Lions tour speculation
The 23-year-old Ireland lock has impressed during his international rugby breakthrough year.
Owen Farrell's Lions chances have nose-dived
Owen Farrell’s aspirations of making a fourth British & Irish Lions tour appear to be on shaky ground as injuries and his new cl…
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Ian Cameron
01 Dec 2024, 7:36
Joe Schmidt sets deadline on Wallabies coaching decision
Joe Schmidt has shared his thoughts on his important future coaching decision coming up, that he has publicly stated he will be ma…
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Henry Lee
30 Nov 2024, 21:00
Clive Woodward names Lions Text XV of 8 Irish, 4 Scots, 3 English
The curiosity about Woodward’s preferred Lions XV is that three of his pack picks haven’t played a single minute of the Autumn…
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Liam Heagney
29 Nov 2024, 9:51
Courtney Lawes gives most telling insight yet into his Lions ambitions
Former England flanker Courtney Lawes has said he would be "buzzing" to go on a third British and Irish Lions tour, adding that he…
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Josh Raisey
28 Nov 2024, 5:35
Gloucester provide 'more positive than negative' Tomos Williams update
Encouraging news for Welsh rugby has been thin on the ground after their unbeaten run was extended to 12 matches with the loss to …
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Chris Jones
26 Nov 2024, 11:31
Gregor Townsend shoots down rumours of a raid on his Scotland staff
Scotland are hoping to play two Tests in the Pacific Islands next July while the British and Irish Lions are on tour in Australia.…
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Bryn Palmer
25 Nov 2024, 17:00
Lions Watch: Jac Morgan stands alone
On the last British and Irish Lions tour to Australia in 2013 Wales had a near-record 16 players included in a squad captained by …
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Jon Newcombe
25 Nov 2024, 7:30
Andy Farrell on Lions factor: 'I won't shy away from it'
Farrell will lead the Lions against Australia next summer.
Australia outline plans to add new match to Lions schedule
The British and Irish Lions could face a team with indigenous and Pacific heritage during their 2025 tour, according to the chief …
Why Finn Russell 'edges' Marcus Smith in race for the Lions 10 shirt
Heading into the Autumn Nations Series, the two front-runners to wear the British and Irish Lions No 10 jersey at the end of the s…
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Josh Raisey
14 Nov 2024, 6:50
Lions watch: Chastening weekend for Home Nations
With England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales all losing, it was a very disappointing weekend for the Home Nations, from which the Bri…
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Jon Newcombe
11 Nov 2024, 7:31
New Lions documentary now available on RPTV
Following the British and Irish Lions jersey launch on Wednesday, excitement is starting to mount for next year's tour of Australi…
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Jon Newcombe
08 Nov 2024, 11:20
'England need his gifts... they're something the Lions will be relying upon'
The 21-year-old only made his debut in the Six Nations but has already become an automatic pick for England.
What Jason Robinson makes of his ex-Wigan team-mate leading the Lions
Of all the players that have ever pulled on a British and Irish Lions jersey, no one knew head coach Andy Farrell better as a play…
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Josh Raisey
06 Nov 2024, 8:32
British and Irish Lions unveil kit for Australia tour
The British and Irish Lions and Canterbury have unveiled the jersey the tourists will wear on their trip to Australia next summer.
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Martyn Thomas
06 Nov 2024, 4:40
Jamie Roberts names 3 Welsh Lions standouts with message for rookies
"I'm speaking from experience." A 21-year-old Jamie Roberts started the 2008 season with just three Wales caps to his name. He end…
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Josh Raisey
04 Nov 2024, 5:24
The numbers behind Courtney Lawes' incredible impact on the Pro D2
With a quarter of the Pro D2 season already played, Courtney Lawes’ CA Brive sit in second place, just two points away from reac…
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Francisco Isaac
29 Oct 2024, 5:27
The 13 likely survivors from the 2021 British & Irish Lions tour
Time and tide wait for no man. Age, form and injury suggest just a third of 2021 British & Irish Lions touring party will make the…
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Ian Cameron
27 Oct 2024, 8:02
Five British and Irish Lions bolters from the Autumn Nations Series squads
The international season is now upon us, and it is a season with added spice with the British and Irish Lions tour of Australia in…
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Josh Raisey
24 Oct 2024, 12:07
'One of the most famous players that didn't tour' picks 2025 Lions XV
Former England internationals Danny Care and Mark Atkinson have picked eight Englishmen in their ideal British and Irish Lions sta…
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Josh Raisey
15 Oct 2024, 12:26
Lions reach profit-sharing agreement with players
Selection for next year's British and Irish Lions tour to Australia will come with added financial benefits for those involved fol…
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Jon Newcombe
07 Oct 2024, 6:36
George on England's next world-class star and why Farrell is rugby's GOAT
England captain Jamie George is a firm believer that his former team-mate Owen Farrell is the greatest rugby player of all time an…
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Josh Raisey
04 Oct 2024, 11:15
Why it's time for the British and Irish Lions to face the Pacific Islands
Fiji, Samoa and Tonga could provide a riveting combined XV to challenge the iconic tourists.
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Francisco Isaac
01 Oct 2024, 6:38
'It was crazy. Unprofessional': The off-field call that cost Lions
Johnny Sexton has described an off-field decision before the final British & Irish Lions Test against New Zealand in 2017 as "craz…
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Ian Cameron
30 Sep 2024, 6:31
'I never heard from Gatland... It kills me to this day'
Johnny Sexton says he is yearns for an explanation from Warren Gatland as to why exactly he was left out of the 2021 British & Iri…
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Ian Cameron
29 Sep 2024, 9:09
Duhan van der Merwe's freakish warning over athleticism in Lions year
Scotland wing Duhan van der Merwe has vowed to repay Edinburgh for launching him to rugby stardom by producing his “best season …
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Bryn Palmer
26 Sep 2024, 8:55
Nomination stage begins to find Bill Beaumont's World Rugby successor
The nominations window for the 2024 World Rugby elections has opened to find the successor to Chair Sir Bill Beaumont after eight …
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Josh Raisey
24 Sep 2024, 5:30
Martin Johnson's advice to Andy Farrell over Lions captaincy choice
With Andy Farrell taking charge of the British and Irish Lions next year, the chances of the side being captained by an Irishman a…
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Josh Raisey
18 Sep 2024, 6:54
Caelan Doris takes major stride towards Lions captaincy
One of the frontrunners to captain the British and Irish Lions next year, Ireland No.8 Caelan Doris, has been named as Leinster's …
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Josh Raisey
12 Sep 2024, 6:35
'Can we campaign for the Lions to flip tour and go to South Africa?'
Speaking in the wake of last Saturday’s record trouncing for Joe Schmidt’s Wallabies away to Argentina, Andy Goode has claimed…
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Liam Heagney
10 Sep 2024, 9:09
Jason Robinson backs 'naturally gifted' rookie for 2025 Lions tour
The famed home nations combination side are due to visit Australia next June, 24 years after Robinson set the game of union alight…
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Liam Heagney
29 Aug 2024, 9:09
Huw Jones sets ambitious target for Scotland with Lions tour looming
The Scots had eight players involved in the 2021 tour of South Africa.
Immanuel Feyi-Waboso lifts lid on British and Irish Lions speculation
The Exeter wing has made a rapid impression at the top level.
Mako Vunipola on his new life in France and future clash with Billy
When newly promoted Vannes started selling season tickets for their Top 14 debut, more than 50,000 applied causing the club’s we…
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Chris Jones
20 Aug 2024, 5:26
The Andy Reid verdict on Louis Rees-Zammit's Kansas City Chiefs debut
Back in training ahead of next Saturday’s home pre-season fixture versus Detroit Lions at Arrowhead Stadium, Reid was asked for …
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Liam Heagney
14 Aug 2024, 12:26
Nine Irish make columnist's first Test British and Irish Lions XV
It will be July 19 next year, following warm-up matches versus Argentina, Western Force, the Reds, the Waratahs, the Brumbies, and…
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Liam Heagney
14 Aug 2024, 5:15
Adam Ashley-Cooper's main reason why Australia will challenge Lions
Following a humbling 33-7 at the hands of South Africa on Saturday in the opening round of the Rugby Championship, Australia's foc…
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Josh Raisey
13 Aug 2024, 8:08
Quins sign another British & Irish Lion just hours after Halfpenny deal
Harlequins have followed the signing of Leigh Halfpenny by recruiting his former Wales and Scarlets teammate Wyn Jones.
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Josh Raisey
31 Jul 2024, 9:29
James Horwill: ''You can't tell me the code’s in trouble when you see every ticket's sold.'
With just under a year to go to the first Lions test, the ex-Wallabies skipper explains just how intense the tour is, for both sid…
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Brett McKay
25 Jul 2024, 9:41
Andy Goode: My British & Irish Lions XV a year out
It’s now less than a year to go until the British & Irish Lions face Australia in the first Test of the 2025 tour in Brisbane an…
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Andy Goode
22 Jul 2024, 4:11
Sam Warburton's British & Irish Lions 23 has some major omissions
Former tour captain Sam Warburton has made some wild selections in his latest British & Irish Lions selection.
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Ian Cameron
20 Jul 2024, 13:04
Mako Vunipola to join Top 14 newcomers Vannes in statement signing
Newly promoted Top 14 outfit Vannes have announced the signing of former Saracens, England, and British & Irish Lions loosehead pr…
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Josh Raisey
02 Jul 2024, 9:13
Fifteen politicians who swapped rugby for public affairs
Residents of England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Wales head to the polls on Thursday for a general election, while France hel…
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Neil Fissler
01 Jul 2024, 10:52
Ex-England centre Billy Twelvetrees calls time on his career
Former England international Billy Twelvetrees has announced his retirement from rugby at the age of 35.
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Josh Raisey
28 Jun 2024, 10:38
OTD: Foul-mouthed comment sees England star miss Lions
England hooker Dylan Hartley lost his place on the British and Irish Lions tour when he was sent off in the Premiership final on t…
British & Irish Lions star to retire at end of season
Saracens winger Sean Maitland has announced his retirement.
Duhan van der Merwe lays bare his British & Irish Lions ambitions
Scotland wing Duhan van der Merwe insists he doesn’t need a summer off and would love to go on their forthcoming tour of North a…
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Bryn Palmer
15 May 2024, 4:17
Ken Owens announces immediate retirement
Scarlets, Wales, and British & Irish Lions hooker Ken Owens has announced his retirement from professional rugby due to injury.
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Josh Raisey
17 Apr 2024, 6:24
OTD: Andy Farrell makes career defining decision
The former Wigan rugby league star, and future Grand Slam-winning Ireland union coach, joined Sarries on March 23, 2005.
Dr James Robson: 'My job is one of the most privileged but the toll it takes is phenomenal'
The legendary Scotland and Lions doctor reflects on his career and the state of the game as he heads into retirement.
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Bryn Palmer
20 Mar 2024, 14:11
Who should Andy Farrell bring Down Under?
The Six Nations offered Wallabies fans a glimpse of how the Lions will arm themselves.
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Brett McKay
20 Mar 2024, 14:01
Rugby Australia expecting huge draw as tickets for Lions tour go on sale
Rugby Australia are banking on pent-up demand from British and Irish Lions supporters as well as a Wallabies revival to sell out n…
Smart mouthguard protocols updated by World Rugby after teething problems
World Rugby has temporarily updated its protocols regarding smart mouthguards after encountering teething problems with the new te…
A full 2021 Lions side that have fallen out of Test contention
It's been a little under 2.5 years since the British & Irish Lions toured South Africa but that's a long time in professional …
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Ian Cameron
17 Feb 2024, 8:40
'That's a ridiculous selection' - Healey and Stringer pick their 2025 Lions XV
On the eve of the Guinness Six Nations, former British & Irish Lion Austin Healey and Ireland legend Peter Stringer has selected t…
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Ian Cameron
01 Feb 2024, 9:28
The Stuart Lancaster verdict on Owen Farrell’s Lions tour chances
The 32-year-old England Rugby World Cup captain has currently ruled himself out of selection for his country until the summer of 2…
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Liam Heagney
27 Jan 2024, 5:28
Mick Cleary: 'Farrell has proven he has the rugby IQ for Lions task'
Andy Farrell's honesty, personality, charisma and humility means the 2025 tourists will be in good hands.
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Mick Cleary
12 Jan 2024, 9:43
Worst kept secret in rugby is also the best fit – Andy Goode
Andy Farrell’s appointment as British & Irish Lions head coach might be the worst kept secret and most glaringly obvious choice …
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Andy Goode
12 Jan 2024, 8:56
Andy Farrell may still select son Owen for Lions tour if he moves to France
Owen is considering a lucrative move to the Top 14 having spent his entire club career at Saracens.
'I know Australia': Andy Farrell insists Lions wary of Wallabies 'psyche'
British and Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell is confident the Wallabies will overcome their woes and "get it right" in time for the …
Andy Farrell explains what could go wrong in picking his Lions coaches
Andy Farrell described his appointment as British and Irish Lions head coach as “pretty magical” but has ruled out a repeat of…
By the numbers: Looking at Andy Farrell’s path to Lions head coach
Andy Farrell has been confirmed as British and Irish Lions head coach for the Australia tour in 2025.
Why Andy Farrell’s elevation to Lions head coach is anything but a surprise
The recently-crowned World Rugby coach of the year was odds-on favourite to land the role.
Andy Farrell officially named 2025 British & Irish Lions head coach
The British & Irish Lions have confirmed today that Ireland head coach Andy Farrell will take charge of the tour of Australia in 2…
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Josh Raisey
11 Jan 2024, 6:35
British and Irish Lions statement: 2025 tour starts with Dublin match
It will be the first time they have played the Pumas since a 2005 pre-tour game in Cardiff – and the first time they have ever p…
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Liam Heagney
07 Dec 2023, 6:28
Courtney Lawes wants Lions call but won't do England U-turn – report
Courtney Lawes has issued a come-and-get-me call to Andy Farrell, the likely head coach of the 2025 British and Irish Lions.
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Liam Heagney
29 Nov 2023, 11:36
Mick Cleary: 'Andy Farrell gets it. Head and heart in perfect alignment. Get him in the job now.'
With the Rugby World Cup filed away, attention will soon turn to the British & Irish Lions tour to Australia, and the planning nee…
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Mick Cleary
25 Nov 2023, 15:50
British & Irish Lions strike landmark deal with Premiership and URC for 2025
The British & Irish Lions have announced a new strategic partnership with Premiership Rugby and the United Rugby Championship ahea…
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Josh Raisey
16 Nov 2023, 6:00
Rassie Erasmus: 2021 resignation letter, Lions tour cancellation row
Rassie Erasmus has explained why he wrote a letter of resignation to SA Rugby CEO Jurie Roux in July 2021 before the Test series v…
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Liam Heagney
16 Nov 2023, 5:30
Ireland dominate poll asking fans to pick Lions team to play today
British and Irish Lions fans reckon nine Ireland players would get in the Test team if they were playing today.
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Liam Heagney
04 Nov 2023, 8:46
Ex British & Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton names 'obvious choice' for 2025 coach
Two-time British & Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton has listed Scotland coach Gregor Townsend, England coach Steve Borthwick and …
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Josh Raisey
03 Nov 2023, 12:23
Ronan O'Gara reveals interest in dream team Lions coaching ticket
Ronan O’Gara has thrown his hat into the ring to help coach the British and Irish Lions on their 2025 tour to Australia.
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Liam Heagney
03 Nov 2023, 11:10
Legendary coach explains choice for next British & Irish Lions boss
Farrell was on Sunday named World Rugby coach of the year.
Erasmus and Nienaber threatened to resign during Lions tour
In his newly published autobiography titled "Rassie: Stories of Life and Rugby," Rassie Erasmus, the current South Africa director…
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Ian Cameron
31 Jul 2023, 6:37
All Blacks availability will make or break ANZAC Lions 'Test'
The last time an Australia-New Zealand composite side took the field, there were few All Blacks to speak of.
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Jim Tucker
19 Jul 2023, 12:44
Why Eddie Jones wants 'nothing to do with New Zealand players'
Wallabies coach Eddie Jones has distanced himself from a southern hemisphere all-stars side that will play the British and Irish L…
British and Irish Lions: Nine fixtures confirmed for 2025 tour
A nine-match schedule has been confirmed by the British and Irish Lions for their 2025 tour in Australia.
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Liam Heagney
19 Jul 2023, 0:40
British & Irish Lions reveal new jersey sponsor
The British & Irish Lions have revealed Howden - a global insurance group - as its new principal partner and jersey sponsor.
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Ian Cameron
13 Jul 2023, 9:53
'It was absolutely savage... literally eat, sleep, train. So brutal'
Sam Warburton was thankfully alive and kicking this past week, restored to rude health after feeling unwell and being unable to sp…
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Liam Heagney
02 Jul 2023, 3:22
Former dual-code international Bev Risman dies
Former dual-code international Bev Risman has died at the age of 85, the Rugby Football League has announced.
Francke Horn: 'I could hardly breathe... my heart was damaged'
The Lions fulcrum nearly had his career ended by a heart condition but has become of the URC's top performing back-rows.
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Jamie Lyall
21 Apr 2023, 3:37
Will foreign talent help Australia prepare for the Lions in 2025?
Competitive midweek games would be a welcome addition to the 2025 Lions tour.
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Nick Bishop
19 Apr 2023, 12:34
British & Irish Lions and Rugby Australia announce 'joint venture'
The British & Irish Lions and Rugby Australia have announced a new joint venture for the 2025 Tour to Australia.
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Ian Cameron
17 Apr 2023, 4:39
‘I'm available for Hong Kong’: Brian O’Driscoll nearly went down the sevens path
Former Ireland captain Brian O’Driscoll rose to legendary status throughout his decorated international career, which could’ve…
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Finn Morton
13 Apr 2023, 0:17
Sam Warburton names Lions team he would pick after 2023 Six Nations
Two-time British and Irish Lions tour skipper Sam Warburton has named the first Test team he would pick if a Lions tour was taking…
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Liam Heagney
23 Mar 2023, 5:47
Ex-Ireland international backs Andy Farrell to lead the 2025 Lions
Grand Slam-winning Ireland boss Andy Farrell is the perfect guy to be the next British and Irish Lions head coach, according to tw…
Nine 2021 Lions who've fallen down the Test pecking order
When a player is selected for the British & Irish Lions tour, it's generally given that they are a Test starter for their home nat…
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Ian Cameron
19 Feb 2023, 7:36
Lions star Bentley believes Netflix series could be 'mistake'
Former England wing John Bentley, who had a key role in making the 1997 British and Irish Lions video of the test winning tour to …
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Chris Jones
30 Jan 2023, 7:23
Former Scotland and British & Irish Lions player Ken Scotland dies
Former Scotland and British and Irish Lions full-back Ken Scotland has died at the age of 86, the Scottish Rugby Union has confirm…
'I'm going on a Lions tour!': The dinner reservation ploy that confirmed Scott Quinnell's Lions selection
The charismatic Welsh legend delivered one of his selection stories for the GBR's live crowd in Cardiff, leaving the audience in s…
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Ned Lester
28 Dec 2022, 19:27
Powerhouses set to square off as 2024 July tours revealed
Six huge matchups have been reported for the 2024 July tours, potentially the last of the traditionally scheduled international se…
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Ned Lester
27 Dec 2022, 20:32
'We can stage the biggest international events': Qatar wants to host B&I Lions match in 2025
This year’s FIFA World Cup will go down in history as one of the most exciting instalments of the prized competition, as it prov…
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Finn Morton
20 Dec 2022, 22:07
The man Warren Gatland is backing to lead the Lions in 2025
Warren Gatland has rebuffed suggestions that he could take charge of an historic fourth British and Irish Lions tour in 2025.
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Sam Smith
13 Dec 2022, 10:49
'Hurt like hell': Johnny Sexton admits he is still being fuelled by British and Irish Lions snub
Johnny Sexton says the enduring pain of being snubbed by the British and Irish Lions is fuelling his fine form.
'It would be a belter': ANZAC team could take on B&I Lions in 2025
An ANZAC team could reportedly take on the British and Irish Lions during their 2025 tour to Australia, with New Zealand Rugby “…
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Finn Morton
01 Nov 2022, 23:46
The gloves are off in rugby's newest rivalry
Last week I sobbed through Kenneth Branagh’s ode to his home town of Belfast. It doesn’t take much to move me to tears...
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Daniel Gallan
13 Oct 2022, 9:08
Rugby fan glassed woman in face over Lions row court hears
A court in London has heard how a rugby fan glassed a woman in the face after the pair got into a row while watching the British &…
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Ian Cameron
03 Oct 2022, 9:50
Rugby fan glassed woman in face over Lions row court hears
A court in London has heard how a rugby fan glassed a woman in the face after the pair got into a row while watching the British &…
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Ian Cameron
03 Oct 2022, 9:50
'Big leg day' video shows free agent Jack McGrath is fighting back
Ex-Ireland loosehead Jack McGrath - who featured in all three 2017 Lions Test matches versus the All Blacks - has been charting hi…
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Liam Heagney
21 Sep 2022, 6:01
'I'm less concerned with how the game looks and whether it's entertaining'
Dr Eanna Falvey has had two careers in sport where the main objectives are polar opposites. As a gifted heavyweight boxer, growing…
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Owain Jones
16 Sep 2022, 6:24
Charity cycles, including one for Tom Smith, raise nearly 200k
Two separate week-long UK charity cycles - one in honour of the late Lions prop Tom Smith, the other headed by another Lions forwa…
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Liam Heagney
30 Jul 2022, 8:48
Ex-Wales skipper Ieuan Evans succeeds Jason Leonard in Lions role
Former Wales captain Ieuan Evans will succeed Jason Leonard as chair of the British and Irish Lions board. Evans, 58, takes up the…
'It's our turn to respond': All Blacks out to avoid Lions repeat
This weekend, the All Blacks will take on Ireland in the first mid-year series decider the team has played since squaring off with…
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Sam Smith
14 Jul 2022, 13:37
Wales and Lions great Jamie Roberts announces his retirement
Former Wales and British & Irish Lions centre Jamie Roberts has announced his retirement from rugby at the age of 35.
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Josh Raisey
12 Jul 2022, 13:47
On This Day - British and Irish Lions tie Test and series in New Zealand
Owen Farrell’s late penalty clinched the British and Irish Lions a 15-15 draw against New Zealand at Eden Park on this day in 20…
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Liam Heagney
08 Jul 2022, 5:04
The British & Irish Lions player scapegoated for Boks series loss
Rugby matches can pivot on the smallest of moments and the British and Irish Lions tours are no different.
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Ian Cameron
23 Jun 2022, 9:53
2017 Lions prop McGrath is one of five players let go by Ulster
Former Ireland and Lions prop Jack McGrath is the headline name in the five-strong list of players that are leaving Ulster at the …
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Liam Heagney
26 May 2022, 11:12
The British & Irish Lions tour saved South African Rugby
SA Rugby would have had to close its doors if were not for the British & Irish Lions tour last year.
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Ian Cameron
29 Apr 2022, 6:17
Sam Simmonds' Lions tour realisation
Sam Simmonds says that last summer’s British and Irish Lions tour to South Africa made him realise how much he missed internatio…
The poignant 2021 Lions interview with the late Tom Smith
The British and Irish Lions have republished the now poignant interview they did last year ahead of the 2021 trip to South Africa …
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Liam Heagney
07 Apr 2022, 7:11
Tom Smith: The shy Scotland captain who did his talking on the pitch
Smith was a member of Scotland’s last Five Nations-winning side of 1999 and part of the successful British and Irish Lions squad…
Ex-Scotland and Lions prop Tom Smith has died aged 50
Former Scotland and British and Irish Lions prop Tom Smith has died aged 50. Smith, who was diagnosed with stage four colon cancer…
Lions hangovers: Five players who've struggled to find form post tour
The British & Irish Lions is widely viewed as the professional high point of any Home Nations player's career - but it doesn't nec…
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Ian Cameron
10 Mar 2022, 7:06
England and Lions lock George Kruis announces his retirement
England forward George Kruis has announced his retirement from rugby on his 32nd birthday in order to focus on his business commit…
How the 2017 Lions tour helped inspire Roger Tuivasa-Sheck's code swap
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has revealed the 2017 British & Irish Lions tour of New Zealand played a major role in his decision to jump co…
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Alex McLeod
15 Feb 2022, 23:27
Waratahs confirm signing of ex-Wales and Lions star Jamie Roberts
Veteran Wales and British and Irish Lions centre Jamie Roberts has been allowed to quit Welsh club Dragons and join the Waratahs.
Ex-Lions prop speaks out: 'Us fatties look at a scrum differently'
Former Ireland and Lions loosehead Nick Popplewell has posted an interesting analysis about the intricacies of the scrum and how a…
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Liam Heagney
14 Jan 2022, 5:18
RugbyPass Top 100: Picking the 20th to 11th best players in the world
The countdown to find the world's best player continues as the next wave of players included in the RugbyPass Top 100 have been un…
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RugbyPass
12 Jan 2022, 16:52
Shortlist for Rugby Union Writers' Club personality of the year award released
France star Antoine Dupont features on the list of nominees for the Rugby Union Writers' Club personality of the year for 2021.
'S*** it looks pretty accurate to me' - Rassie reignites Woodward feud
South Africa’s Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus has rekindled his rivalry with 2003 World Cup-winning England coach Clive Woodwa…
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Rugby365
06 Jan 2022, 5:20
England head coach Eddie Jones addresses Lions rumours
England England head coach Eddie Jones has put to bed rumours linking him with coaching the British & Irish Lions.
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Ian Cameron
02 Jan 2022, 6:13
2022 will be France's year - Andy Goode
There’ll be a lot of people glad to see the back of 2021 but rugby has survived, improved as a spectacle and shown there’s muc…
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Andy Goode
31 Dec 2021, 5:16
Did the British & Irish Lions get their tactics wrong in the series against the Springboks?
The British & Irish Lions tour of South Africa was supposed to be a highlight of the 2021 calendar year but failed to live up to e…
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RugbyPass
29 Dec 2021, 3:13
Gatland comes under fire for Lions tactics again
Former British & Irish Lions and England hooker Brian Moore has described Warren Gatland's tactics against South Africa this year …
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Sam Smith
28 Dec 2021, 6:43
How the RugbyPass Hall of Fame Fan 1st XV looks so far
Throughout this week so far, the first five positions in the RugbyPass Hall of Fame have been revealed with a number of highly dec…
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Finn Morton
03 Dec 2021, 22:59
'I stirred over it for 24 hours, 48 hours' - Roberts reveals 2013 Lions dilemma
Two-time British and Irish Lions tourist Jamie Roberts has revealed how he had to hide the extent of an agonising injury leading i…
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Ian Cameron
02 Dec 2021, 11:39
Lions boss Warren Gatland lands new coaching role
British & Irish Lions guru Warren Gatland has landed a new coaching role - and it's another amalgamation team. Gatland will helm t…
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Kim Ekin
29 Nov 2021, 6:24
'I was p****d off': O'Mahony on calling out 'scumbag' Lavanini
Peter O'Mahony was furious with what Tomas Lavanini did in Dublin on Sunday and the Ireland skipper didn't hold back with his verb…
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Liam Heagney
21 Nov 2021, 14:35
How Springboks view Russell nearly 14 weeks after Lions decider
It was nearly 14 weeks ago when Finn Russell was thrust into the maelstrom of the Lions Test series decider versus the Springboks.
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Liam Heagney
10 Nov 2021, 12:02
On This Day 2004: Jason Robinson becomes first black player to captain England
Jason Robinson became the first black player to be named as England captain for a rugby union Test on this day in 2004.
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Paul Smith
08 Nov 2021, 5:12
'That cost us the series' - Rees-Zammit criticises Warren Gatland's Lions tour
Wales winger Louis Rees-Zammit has gone on record that he felt Warren Gatland got the British and Irish Lions tactics wrong in Sou…
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Ian Cameron
04 Nov 2021, 6:07
Springboks' forward wary of Lions sub-plot in Cardiff
The Springboks are well aware of a potential backlash from Wales, when they open their year-end tour in Cardiff next week.
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Jan De Koning
29 Oct 2021, 5:40
'One of the bravest' British and Irish Lions, Sandy Carmichael dies
Former Scotland and British and Irish Lions forward Sandy Carmichael has died at the age of 77.
'A noticeable step forward': Where Exeter reckon Lions helped Hill
Jonny Hill didn't have a great Lions tour but Rob Baxter, his Exeter club boss, has identified the growth that England will now be…
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Liam Heagney
27 Oct 2021, 4:26
French giants again rumoured to eye Vunipola signing swoop
French rugby paper Midi Olympique has again linked Billy and Mako Vunipola with a move to the Top 14.
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Paul Smith
25 Oct 2021, 6:25
Ten years ago today Gareth Thomas retired from rugby
Thomas won 100 rugby union caps for Wales and captained the British and Irish Lions at the age of 37.
World Rugby leak suggests Rassie Erasmus' ref criticisms are mostly correct
World Rugby will acknowledge that South African director of rugby Rassie Erasmus was correct about the vast majority of criticism …
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Paul Smith
24 Oct 2021, 9:50
Ex-Six Nations and Lions boss Feehan lands role in another sport
It was April 2018 when John Feehan was ousted as the Six Nations and Lions CEO after his 16-year stewardship of both rugby propert…
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Liam Heagney
21 Oct 2021, 8:14
'I took a lot away': The thing Ali Price learned most with Lions
Scotland scrum-half Ali Price has been reflecting on his Lions tour ahead of his first appearance of this season with Glasgow.
'I had one of my worst performances in the black jersey': Dan Carter's post-Lions lesson
His next start was against the Springboks in Cape Town which Carter called a 'reality check' as he was soon 'brought back down to …
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Ben Smith
16 Oct 2021, 18:51
England flanker Tom Curry the latest to criticise Gatland's Lions regime
Sale Sharks flanker Tom Curry has become the latest British & Irish Lions player to criticise Warren Gatland's tactics during the …
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Ian Cameron
16 Oct 2021, 9:17
'Not afraid to question things': Exeter bring back all their Lions
Having nailed a first win of the season with Stuart Hogg back last Sunday, Exeter have now included all their remaining Lions for …
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Liam Heagney
08 Oct 2021, 9:08
Rory Sutherland: From depression and a wheelchair to going on Lions
The Rory Sutherland journey to the Lions was incredibly arduous with career-threatening injury, depression and a certain Richard C…
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Liam Heagney
08 Oct 2021, 4:19
'A golden period...': Exeter's post-Lions view of new dad Simmonds
Rob Baxter has the latest on Sam Simmonds, who jumped from club rugby with Exeter into the Lions despite not playing for England s…
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Liam Heagney
07 Oct 2021, 4:29
Courtney Lawes has his Lions say after recent Henderson criticism
The name of Courtney Lawes cropped up when Iain Henderson recently reviewed the Lions tour, now the England player had had his own…
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Liam Heagney
05 Oct 2021, 7:28
The evolution of counter-attacking
Is the counterattack as we knew it dead, or does elite rugby still have a place for hot-stepping David Duckham-esque bursts?
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Will Owen
05 Oct 2021, 3:49
6 more Lions players - including Farrell - make Premiership return
The Lions tour ended on August 7 and eight tourists, including England skipper Owen Farrell, will now play in the Premiership this…
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Liam Heagney
01 Oct 2021, 7:54
'Hindsight is brilliant': Biggar's sharp words for Lions who criticised Gatland
Wales standoff Dan Biggar has questioned why certain British & Irish Lions teammates didn't speak out during the tour if - as they…
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Ian Cameron
30 Sep 2021, 11:39
How Baxter and Hogg have moved on from the Scot's Prem final axing
Stuart Hogg, the starting full-back for two Lions Tests, suffered a shock end to last season at Exeter by dropping to Rob Baxter's…
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Liam Heagney
30 Sep 2021, 6:14
'Sensible conversation': When Saracens expect their Lions to play
Saracens boss Mark McCall has been talking about when exactly his five-strong Lions contingent might return to action in the Premi…
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Liam Heagney
29 Sep 2021, 10:47
Number of Lions could return to Prem action this weekend
Some British and Irish Lions players who were part of the South Africa tour could feature in this weekend’s Gallagher Premiershi…
Lions cry off Porter celebrates return to action with Leinster try
It took a cruel injury to Andrew Porter to get Kyle Sinckler into the Lions and the Leinster prop needed 16 weeks before returning…
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Liam Heagney
25 Sep 2021, 13:29
Henderson: Gatland picked favourites, not form
British & Irish Lions second row Iain Henderson has suggested that head coach Warren Gatland had picked his team largely on credit…
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Ian Cameron
23 Sep 2021, 5:55
Another Lions player admits Owen Farrell won him over on tour
Another British & Irish Lions player has admitted that marmite England player Owen Farrell had won him over on the tour of South A…
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Ian Cameron
19 Sep 2021, 6:05
Lions pick Watson sweetly hits back at 'badmouthing' Stephen Jones
UK journalist Stephen Jones sparked controversy last April with his comments on Hamish Watson, the Lions pick who has now had his …
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Liam Heagney
15 Sep 2021, 5:54
Finn Russell has given 'dead chilled' review of the 3rd Lions Test
Finn Russell has recounted at length his recent Lions tour adventure on The Rugby Pod, the show hosted by Andy Goode and Jim Hamil…
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Liam Heagney
14 Sep 2021, 4:56
Lions' return trip to Jersey costs local taxpayers thousands
Admitting the British & Irish Lions touring party to Jersey cost the island’s Government approximately £22,000 in COVID-19 test…
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Paul Smith
13 Sep 2021, 8:22
England wing Jonny May breaks silence over much-debated Lions snub
Potent England winger Jonny May has finally broken his silence over not making the squad for the Lions tour to South Africa.
Eddie Jones criticises Rassie Erasmus as 'disrespectful to the referee'
England boss Eddie Jones has criticised South African counterpart Rassie Erasmus
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Paul Smith
06 Sep 2021, 11:03
Ex-Ireland skipper tips 'hard to miss' rookie for 2025 Lions tour
Having christened him The Cat in the Ulster academy, Willie Anderson is predicting big things for Ireland newcomer Robert Baloucou…
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Liam Heagney
04 Sep 2021, 4:57
'Wow': Sexton reacts to Lions tour snub and damning Gatland claim
Johnny Sexton has broken his Lions snub silence, speaking about call-up Marcus Smith and taking issue with criticism by Warren Gat…
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Liam Heagney
01 Sep 2021, 6:56
'Two coaches who don't have any belief' - Hansen unloads on Gatland and Nienaber
World Cup-winning All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has taken aim at the boring rugby showcased during the British & Irish Lions tour,…
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Ian Cameron
29 Aug 2021, 6:16
Worcester confirm signing of their third 2021 Lions squad member
Having already recruited Lions picks van der Merwe and Sutherland, Worcester have now signed a third member of Gatland's 2021 tour…
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Liam Heagney
26 Aug 2021, 12:07
'Rassie should be commended': Support for Erasmus as hearing nears
It was August 2 when World Rugby charged Springboks director Rassie Erasmus and SA Rugby with misconduct after criticism of the re…
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Liam Heagney
24 Aug 2021, 8:15
Finn Russell's former captain says he's so much more than just a 'maverick'
Former Scotland captain Greig Laidlaw has said he does not get the label "maverick" that is attributed to his former teammate Finn…
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Josh Raisey
18 Aug 2021, 5:59
Renewed call for eligibility upheaval amid 2025 Lions tour plans
Fresh calls for an upheaval of World Rugby's eligibility laws have been made following plans for Pacific Island involvement in the…
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Alex McLeod
17 Aug 2021, 22:34
'Lions tour could be watershed officiating moment' - former Premiership ref
Former Premiership and European Cup referee David Rose believes the Lions series could represent a watershed moment.
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Paul Smith
16 Aug 2021, 9:08
'That's the bit that would linger for me if I was a player' - Monye on Lions
Former British & Irish Lions Ugo Monye has said that touring players have a right to feel dissatisfied by the brand of rugby that …
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Kim Ekin
15 Aug 2021, 11:23
Stuart Hogg's burgeoning friendship with Owen Farrell
Stuart Hogg has been speaking about his new found friendship with England flyhalf Owen Farrell, who he says he bonded with on the …
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Ian Cameron
15 Aug 2021, 3:56
Finn Russell openly questions Warren Gatland's Lions tactics
British & Irish Lions flyhalf Finn Russell has publically questioned the tactics employed by Warren Gatland in the Test series aga…
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Ian Cameron
14 Aug 2021, 8:50
Former players and coaches call for radical change to substitutions
It is claimed the professional game “has become unnecessarily dangerous”
Rory Best: Over reliance on Welsh and Scots suggests bias in Lions selection
Rory Best has called for change in how the British & Irish Lions management team is selected to help stamp out any lingering bias …
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Ian Cameron
13 Aug 2021, 5:42
Baby Boks v Lions Cubs XVs: Who would win?
At the time of the squads being announced for the 2021 British and Irish Lions tour of South Africa, we decided to create our own …
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Angus Savage
13 Aug 2021, 4:47
A composite Lions/Springboks XV as picked by De Villiers, Roberts and Wilson
With a British & Irish Lions series that went down to the wire, the business of picking a composite team was always going to a…
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Ian Cameron
12 Aug 2021, 13:08
'It couldn't be more obvious' - England star tipped to succeed AWJ
Former British & Irish Lions scrumhalf Matt Dawson has backed Maro Itoje to take over the captaincy of the tour to Australia in 20…
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Kim Ekin
12 Aug 2021, 5:00
Samoa back radical re-think of 2025 Lions tour to Australia
Seilala Mapusua is backing plans for a radical change to the British and Irish Lions tour to Australia in 2025
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Chris Jones
12 Aug 2021, 3:10
'Jason Leonard - a great convivial former prop but an abysmal choice as Lions manager'
Outspoken Sunday Times rugby writer Stephen Jones has launched a verbal onslaught on the British & Irish Lions’ senior managemen…
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Paul Smith
11 Aug 2021, 11:48
Greenwood backs Townsend to lead Lions in 2025 as he selects matchday 23
Will Greenwood has picked a British & Irish Lions matchday 23 to take on Australia in 2025, and has selected this year's attack co…
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Josh Raisey
10 Aug 2021, 10:07
Forget the criticism, pride should be overwhelming feeling for Lions - Andy Goode
The media is full of criticism of Warren Gatland and question marks over the Lions’ future but this completely unique tour shoul…
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Andy Goode
10 Aug 2021, 9:56
'You're ****ing biting me'- Forensic odontologist testified in Sinckler bite case
Forensic odontologist Dr Douglas Sheasby said it could not be concluded whether the bite mark on South African lock Franco Mostert…
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Josh Raisey
10 Aug 2021, 6:21
The key questions to emerge from British and Irish Lions' tour to South Africa
The British and Irish Lions ended their tour of South Africa with a 2-1 series loss sealed by Saturday’s 19-16 defeat.
'Just dreadful' - The one overriding consensus around the Lions tour
If there is one note that former players, spectators and pundits seem to be finding some consensus on in the aftermath of the Brit…
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Ian Cameron
09 Aug 2021, 9:36
Life after Gatland - who might succeed the Lions boss?
As the dust settles on a British & Irish Lions tour like no other opinion is divided on whether Warren Gatland should remain in ch…
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Paul Smith
09 Aug 2021, 8:13
Finn wins hearts and minds | Lions Weekly Round-up #7
South Africa secured their second successive Lions tour on Saturday with a 19-16 win in Cape Town, as Warren Gatland's side let a …
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Josh Raisey
09 Aug 2021, 8:04
Ben Kay: This tour hasn't enhanced the Lions brand
Many will think it strange me saying this, but I thought in many ways it was a brilliant performance by the Lions. They put themse…
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Ben Kay
09 Aug 2021, 7:51
'Unease' over British & Irish Lions' return to Jersey
Jersey's Scientific and Technical Advisory Cell (STAC) said it could set a "dangerous travel precedent” by allowing the British …
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Chris Jones
09 Aug 2021, 5:57
'If rugby were to lose it, it would be a travesty'
The Lions are having to fight increasingly harder for their place in a cluttered global schedule.
Rugby Australia planning to include Fiji, Tonga in 2025 Lions tour
Rugby Australia are reportedly eager to include Fiji and Tonga in the 2025 British and Irish Lions tour of Australia.
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Alex McLeod
09 Aug 2021, 3:21
'Big Dean Greyling energy': Jasper Wiese goes out of control
New Springboks Number 8 Jasper Wiese brought raw energy to the pack in place of Kwagga Smith, but at times in the third test again…
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Sam Smith
08 Aug 2021, 23:38
Calls grow for Scott Robertson to join Lions after loss to Springboks
The British and Irish Lions have been called on to sign Scott Robertson for their 2025 tour of Australia after their series defeat…
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Sam Smith
08 Aug 2021, 20:14
Where this Springboks side now sits after Lions series win
These tools are used in a one-dimensional game plan to make up for the obvious shortcomings - poor handling, poor catching, incons…
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Ben Smith
08 Aug 2021, 15:51
Five things we learned from the British and Irish Lions' tour of South Africa
The British and Irish Lions will return home nursing the disappointment of a 2-1 series defeat by South Africa, sealed with a 19-1…
Four Lions match play errors that proved fatal in the third Test
As ever, on small things do big match hinge, and so it was for the British & Irish Lions who failed to beat the Springboks in a th…
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Ian Cameron
08 Aug 2021, 9:24
Gatland has delivered a 'superstar' assessment of Marcus Smith
Marcus Smith was only with the Lions for four weeks of their tour in South Africa but he left an indelible impression on boss Warr…
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Liam Heagney
08 Aug 2021, 8:30
Warren Gatland suggests Lions needed more prep time
Warren Gatland has urged organisers to provide more preparation time for the next British and Irish Lions tour to give a greater c…
'I'll never say no to the Springboks, as long as they want to pick me I will be available'
South Africa hero Morne Steyn admits he had previously written off his Test career before stepping off the bench to snatch a drama…
Ref Watch: Kolbe try, Sinckler scrum pen and the lesson learned by the officials
“The biggest match outside the World Cup final” was how Nigel Owens described third test referee Mathieu Raynal’s challenge
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Paul Smith
08 Aug 2021, 5:04
The riddle Gatland admits he can't answer despite 4 Lions tours
Warren Gatland has flown home to New Zealand admitting there is one Lions puzzle he has no right answer to after working on four t…
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Liam Heagney
08 Aug 2021, 4:14
How the Lions rated Finn Russell, their 11th-minute 3rd Test sub
Finn Russell playing 69 minutes of the Lions Test wasn't part of the pre-game plan but here is how coach Warren Gatland rated his …
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Liam Heagney
08 Aug 2021, 4:00
Rassie Erasmus made call to bring on match winning Morne Steyn
Springboks head coach Jacques Nienaber admits that Director of Rugby and occasional waterboy Rassie Erasmus made the call to bring…
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Kim Ekin
07 Aug 2021, 16:39
What Gatland said when asked does he want to coach the 2025 Lions
Warren Gatland has been talking about his availability for the 2025 Lions and the change that must happen before the squad tours A…
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Liam Heagney
07 Aug 2021, 16:38
'We were bold': The Gatland ruling on agonising Lions series loss
Warren Gatland cut a magnanimous figure at his final 2021 Lions media conference after his team were defeated 19-16 by the Springb…
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Liam Heagney
07 Aug 2021, 15:56
Springboks player ratings vs Lions | Third Test
Veteran Morne Steyn has kicked a last-gasp penalty to hand South Africa a narrow 19-16 victory over British and Irish Lions in the…
Heartbreak for Lions as Morne Steyn once again clinches Springboks series win
Morne Steyn stepped off the bench to break British and Irish Lions hearts for a second time by landing a late penalty to clinch a …
'It's brutal, it's ruthless': Anguished TV verdict on Lions loss
Ronan O'Gara and Ian McGeechan, veterans of the 2009 series, have given their verdict on the latest Lions series loss to the Sprin…
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Liam Heagney
07 Aug 2021, 14:51
British & Irish Lions player ratings vs Springboks | Third Test
The British & Irish Lions player ratings, brought to you by The Famous Grouse.
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Ian Cameron
07 Aug 2021, 14:36
'When Russell comes on we either win by 20 points or lose by 20'
The Sky Sports commentators were left intrigued by the 11th-minute sight of Finn Russell replacing injured Lions No10 Dan Biggar. …
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Liam Heagney
07 Aug 2021, 12:38
The pre-match Gatland plea to preserve the long term Lions future
With the curtain set to fall on the 2021 Lions this Saturday, Warren Gatland has made a plea to preserve the future of the brand.
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Liam Heagney
07 Aug 2021, 11:56
Think Rassie's 26 clips were excessive? Ref Owens once received 48
The 2021 Lions will be remembered for the infamous Rassie Erasmus 26-clip video review but referee Nigel Owens once has worst than…
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Liam Heagney
07 Aug 2021, 10:46
'Amazing' Springboks bench pick has left Lions open to '09 repeat
12 years after he broke Lions hearts with a monster kick in Pretoria, 37-year-old Morne Steyn has been chosen on Saturday's Spring…
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Liam Heagney
07 Aug 2021, 8:20
The stats hinting Aki is a timely addition to blunt Lions midfield
The Lions haven't set the world alight with their attack in South Africa and they now revert to the June 26 midfield combo of Aki …
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Liam Heagney
07 Aug 2021, 7:08
'You do have to be aware of it': The Reinach threat worrying Lions
Fans feel the Lions have an edge with Faf de Klerk's absence but one particular aspect of the game of Cobus Reinach has tourists f…
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Liam Heagney
07 Aug 2021, 6:04
The third Test Lions selection McGeechan finds 'most puzzling'
Sir Ian McGeechan has pinpointed what he sees as Warren Gatland's most peculiar selection ahead of the British & Irish Lions third…
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Ian Cameron
07 Aug 2021, 5:33
'Outstanding': The Lions verdict as fit-again Russell makes return
There were fears that Finn Russell would miss the entire Lions Test series but he has made it onto the bench for the third Test de…
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Liam Heagney
06 Aug 2021, 12:09
Springboks drag All Blacks into boring rugby row with kicking barb
The Lions series in South Africa has been fractious, to say the least, and the Springboks have now hit back at criticism from the …
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Liam Heagney
06 Aug 2021, 12:04
Lions stoke the third Test tension with Springboks 'handbags' quip
Set for his third Lions Test start in recent, back-rower Courtney Lawes has called out the Springboks for the dark arts side to th…
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Liam Heagney
06 Aug 2021, 10:24
'Play touch rugby': Springboks hit back at Lions niggle play claim
Slow play was a frustration for the Lions last weekend but Mzwandile Stick has firmly insisted the Springboks weren't to blame for…
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Liam Heagney
06 Aug 2021, 9:13
The statistic that sets Elliot Daly apart from any other 2021 Lion
No one else has been able to match the Elliot Daly record in South Africa and he is set to come off the Lions Test bench this Satu…
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Liam Heagney
06 Aug 2021, 7:35
Lions explain why Biggar made just three measly passes in 2nd Test
Lions attack coach Gregor Townsend has had his say after much was made about how Dan Biggar rarely passed the ball versus the Spri…
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Liam Heagney
06 Aug 2021, 5:47
Lions respond to attack criticism, set points target to win series
Attack coach Gregor Townsend has come in for criticism over the faltering Lions attack ahead of the Test series decider versus the…
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Liam Heagney
06 Aug 2021, 4:45
Time for Gregor to earn his coin - Andy Goode
The British & Irish Lions have all the tools at their disposal in the match day 23 on Saturday and it’s time for Gregor Townsend…
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Andy Goode
06 Aug 2021, 4:17
The verdict on Furlong, the Lions' second-most regular Test starter
The importance of Tadhg Furlong to the Lions is evident in his number of Test starts but the 2021 model is improved on the 2017 ve…
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Liam Heagney
05 Aug 2021, 10:37
The 'exceptional' reason why Lions believe they are ready to win
Poised for his first-ever Lions Test start, Ken Owens has highlighted a particular reason why the tourists are set to clinch the s…
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Liam Heagney
05 Aug 2021, 9:40
'You wouldn't be jealous' - Huge pressure being placed on Liam Williams
The emphasis on his ability to field high balls will have added huge pressure onto Liam Williams this week, says former British & …
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Ian Cameron
05 Aug 2021, 7:29
The Instagram post that brought tears to eyes of Trevor Nyakane
Trevor Nyakane hadn't packed down at loosehead since 2016 but the Springboks front-rower switched seamlessly last weekend from tig…
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Liam Heagney
05 Aug 2021, 6:56
'No disrespect' - The selection calls Lions standby Care just doesn't get
British & Irish Lions standby Danny Care has questioned Warren Gatland's selections ahead of the third and deciding Test of the Li…
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Ian Cameron
05 Aug 2021, 4:53
Gatland backs extra time call to avoid repeating 2017 series tie
Warren Gatland has made a late call for extra time to be allowed if Saturday's third Lions versus Springboks Test match ends in a …
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Liam Heagney
05 Aug 2021, 4:47
The forward battle which could decide Lions series - Siya Kolisi v Tom Curry
At the heart of a forward collision that will have a say on who comes out on top will be the back row clash between Siya Kolisi an…
Boring Springboks: 5 talking points ahead of the Lions' third Test
The controversial Springboks versus Lions Test series has one more left match to play and here are five talking points ahead of th…
Woodward claims World Rugby has charged Erasmus with wrong offence
Clive Woodward has been a vocal critic of Rassie Erasmus and he has had another pop over how World Rugby handled the Lions controv…
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Liam Heagney
04 Aug 2021, 10:19
Nienaber names his best and worst moments from Lions Test series
With one more match still to come versus the Lions, Springboks boss Jacques Nienaber has been reflecting on the past month's ups a…
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Liam Heagney
04 Aug 2021, 9:11
The Springboks tactic that resulted in Aki's Lions Test selection
The selection of Bundee Aki means Robbie Henshaw will have a third different midfield partner in the Lions Test series versus the …
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Liam Heagney
04 Aug 2021, 8:02
Fresh twist in Erasmus controversy as New York lawyers enter fray
The World Rugby misconduct charge of Rassie Erasmus and SA Rugby has piqued the interest of a vested interest in the USA.
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Liam Heagney
04 Aug 2021, 7:10
How absence of de Klerk could change the dynamic of 3rd Lions Test
Faf de Klerk has been a feisty Springboks presence in his matches against the Lions in 2021 but he will be marked absent this Satu…
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Liam Heagney
04 Aug 2021, 6:30
Why 2017 star George is one of 9 Lions unused in 2021 Test series
The tour four years ago to New Zealand was memorable for Jamie George but he hasn't enjoyed much Lions exposure in South Africa in…
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Liam Heagney
04 Aug 2021, 4:27
Why Duhan Van der Merwe keeps getting picked for the Lions
The South African-born wing has come under heat for retaining his place in the side after a test where he wasn't heavily involved …
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Ben Smith
04 Aug 2021, 2:13
The World Rugby delay that left annoyed Lions calling Joe Schmidt
So annoyed was Warren Gatland over the belated Lions Test series TMO change that he contacted Joe Schmidt to seek clarification.
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Liam Heagney
03 Aug 2021, 12:48
The Lions concerns Gatland will raise at this week's refs meeting
Warren Gatland is due to meet Mathieu Raynal and co before this weekend's Lions finale and one particular frustration will top his…
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Liam Heagney
03 Aug 2021, 12:08
Lions explain half-dozen XV changes, why Russell gets bench spot
Warren Gatland has given his reasons for his sweeping third Test Lions XV changes as well as his bench reshuffle which includes Fi…
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Liam Heagney
03 Aug 2021, 10:29
Sinckler cleared for 3rd Lions Test as biting allegation dismissed
Cited on Sunday for an alleged second Test bite, replacement Lions prop Kyle Sinckler has learned his fate following a disciplinar…
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Liam Heagney
03 Aug 2021, 10:00
Gatland fuming with World Rugby over Erasmus misconduct statement
World Rugby have announced Rassie Erasmus faces a misconduct charge but Lions boss Warren Gatland wasn't happy with their statemen…
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Liam Heagney
03 Aug 2021, 8:40
Springboks make two injury-enforced changes for 3rd Test decider
Having drawn level in the series with last Saturday's demolition job, the Springboks have named their team for Saturday's decisive…
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Liam Heagney
03 Aug 2021, 7:57
Gatland makes 6 changes to his Lions XV for the third Test finale
Well-beaten in last Saturday's second Test, Warren Gatland has named the Lions team that will play in next weekend's series decide…
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Liam Heagney
03 Aug 2021, 7:06
'It's a hard watch': Sir Graham Henry's verdict on Springboks-Lions
Former All Blacks and British and Irish Lions coach Sir Graham Henry has branded the Lions test series against the Springboks as "…
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Alex McLeod
03 Aug 2021, 0:29
'Only time we saw that tactic': Cheslin Kolbe's lonely Lions series
World Cup hero Cheslin Kolbe was once again stifled in the second test against the Lions, making headlines for the wrong reasons w…
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Sam Smith
02 Aug 2021, 20:15
Ben Kay: The squad I'd pick for the final Test
These first two Test haven’t been short on talking points but sadly not for all the right reasons because the quality of the rug…
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Ben Kay
02 Aug 2021, 14:32
World Rugby statement: Rassie Erasmus and SA Rugby
Springbok Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus is set to face a judicial hearing following his controversial video criticising referee…
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Ian Cameron
02 Aug 2021, 14:08
Lawrence Dallaglio: 'Whether he meant it or not, Rassie got what he wanted'
Lawrence Dallaglio believes that Rassie Erasmus’ video helped the Springboks to second test success - through an impact no-one …
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Paul Smith
02 Aug 2021, 13:18
Down to the wire: How Lions have fared in previous series deciders
This is the third successive Lions tour where the series is still up for grabs in the final Test.
'The thing is you cannot replace Duane because you just can't'
Schalk Brits believes the return of the “phenomenal” Duane Vermeulen can deliver a third test win and a 2-1 series triumph ove…
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Chris Jones
02 Aug 2021, 10:03
'I should have torn it off so I could say I returned to South Africa with the guy's ear'
British & Irish Lions prop Kyle Sinckler tomorrow protests his innocence at a World Rugby disciplinary hearing.
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Paul Smith
02 Aug 2021, 9:37
Springboks hit back at Ian Foster and Peter De Villiers over 'boring' jibes
The Springboks crushed the British and Irish Lions 27-9 at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday to take the series to a decider.
Warren Gatland's 'calamitous error' according to ex-Lions tour manager
Former British & Irish Lions tour manager Donal Lenihan has said that omitting Liam Williams was a calamitous mistake on the part …
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Ian Cameron
02 Aug 2021, 8:03
Sale Shark among three more players added to Springboks camp
Springbok head coach Jacques Nienaber has added three new players to the Test squad on Monday - with Rosko Specman, Dan du Preez a…
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Kim Ekin
02 Aug 2021, 7:28
Springboks 'quite happy' with refereeing in aftermath of Rassie rant
Assistant coach Deon Davids described the Springboks as being “happy” with how the second test was controlled by referee Ben O…
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Paul Smith
02 Aug 2021, 7:14
Alun Wyn Jones expects Gatland to swing axe following Lions failure
The Springboks made it 1-1 in the series with a convincing second-Test victory on Saturday.
The lengthy minimum ban Kyle Sinckler faces if found guilty of biting
The incident is alleged to have taken place during a ruck in the 64th minute of the 27-9 loss to South Africa.
The last tactical advantage the British & Irish Lions have over the Springboks
Pride was on the line - the world champion Springboks were desperate to prove their credentials in the series that they had put on…
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Ben Smith
01 Aug 2021, 22:27
Red-carded Lions' adversary gets Springboks call-up
Jaden Hendrikse, the Sharks scrumhalf that was infamously red-carded earlier in the tour, has received a call-up to the Springboks…
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Kim Ekin
01 Aug 2021, 15:23
Seven potential Lions selection changes ahead of the third Test
After a convincing 27 - 9 loss in Cape Town on Saturday night, British & Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland has been forced int…
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Ian Cameron
01 Aug 2021, 13:54
Duane Vermeulen returns to Springboks camp
The Springboks have been given a major boost ahead of the third Test against the Lions in Cape Town next weekend, revealing that D…
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Kim Ekin
01 Aug 2021, 8:24
Springboks players had major role in planning Lions downfall
The Springboks recalibrated their high-ball defence to fine effect, dominated the set-piece and smashed the Lions 27-9 in the seco…
British & Irish Lions statement: Stuart Hogg
British & Irish Lions fullback Stuart Hogg has 'categorically denied that he bit Springbok fullback Willie Le Roux.
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Ian Cameron
01 Aug 2021, 5:49
Ref Watch: Am grounding, fortunate Kolbe and why Jaco Johan can take a week off
This change in temperature was in no small part due to referee Ben O’Keefe’s outstanding communication and game management ski…
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Paul Smith
01 Aug 2021, 5:30
Gatland now preparing for 'Cup Final' in third and final test
The Lions entered halftime at Cape Town Stadium 9-6 ahead on Saturday through three Dan Biggar penalties - but the match then turn…
Lions fans have a suggestion for Warren Gatland ahead of third test
After last weekend's loss to the British and Irish Lions, Springboks director of rugby Rassie Erasmus took to social media to crit…
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Sam Smith
01 Aug 2021, 0:11
Springboks fans hail 'colossal' performance in position of 'concern'
It's fair to say that while some Springboks fans might have had reservations about the man entrusted with the No 17 for Saturday's…
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Sam Smith
31 Jul 2021, 23:25
The play that cost the Lions the insipid second test
Again, there is little between the sides, with twenty minutes to go at 11-9 and the game in the balance, the Springboks capitalise…
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Ben Smith
31 Jul 2021, 23:00
The Springboks' win over the Lions was a dire promotion for rugby
If the series between the Springboks and the British and Irish Lions is supposed to be the pinnacle of world rugby, the game is in…
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Tom Vinicombe
31 Jul 2021, 20:31
Accusations of foul play levelled against Hogg and Itoje
Accusations of foul play have been levelled against British & Irish Lions players Stuart Hogg and Maro Itoje in the aftermath of a…
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Ian Cameron
31 Jul 2021, 17:27
'We've lots of options': Gatland drops 3rd Test Lions changes hint
Warren Gatland now occupies the territory he was in eight years ago when the Lions followed first Test victory with a second Test …
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Liam Heagney
31 Jul 2021, 16:42
Gatland verdict on Kolbe yellow and what irked him in the 2nd half
Lions boss Warren Gatland on the contentious first-half tackle by Cheslin Kolbe on Conor Murray and general level of second Test r…
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Liam Heagney
31 Jul 2021, 15:53
Gatland: 'I won't be taking to social media to express my views'
British & Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland has said he would not be taking any complaints to social media following the Lions…
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Kim Ekin
31 Jul 2021, 15:04
Bok-lash: Lions set for series decider as Springboks bite back
Unlike in the first Test that was lost 22-17, the ‘Bomb Squad’ had the desired impact from the bench for South Africa.
British & Irish Lions player ratings vs Springboks | Second Test
The British & Irish Lions player ratings, brought to you by The Famous Grouse: The Springboks have leveled the series ahead of t…
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Ian Cameron
31 Jul 2021, 13:32
'Control your teams': Yellow cards fire-up Lions-Boks first half
The Lions versus Springboks second Test was expected to be fractious and that angst quickly materialised in a dour but feisty firs…
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Liam Heagney
31 Jul 2021, 13:22
Gatland shoots back at Boks in a feisty pre-2nd Test TV interview
Lions boss Warren Gatland had his integrity questioned on Friday by the Springboks and he shot back in his pre-game TV interview o…
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Liam Heagney
31 Jul 2021, 12:19
Kolisi reheats row: 'I feel having manners is sometimes a problem'
Springboks skipper Siya Kolisi revisited post-first Test referee row in a UK TV interview broadcast shortly before start of the se…
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Liam Heagney
31 Jul 2021, 11:43
Nigel Owens makes salient point amid bitter lead-in to second Test
Nigel Owens has reminded fans not to forget the 'core value' of rugby after a particularly sour and acrimonious build-up to the se…
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Ian Cameron
31 Jul 2021, 9:19
Lions' Russell update: 'Probably sick of me asking how his leg is'
It was July 7, three-and-a-half weeks ago, when Scotland out-half Finn Russell last played for the Lions on their tour to South Af…
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Liam Heagney
31 Jul 2021, 8:01
Revealed: What Gatland does to bring best out of every Lions player
The Lions are one more win away from series glory in South Africa but what motivational tools has Warren Gatland been using to be …
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Liam Heagney
31 Jul 2021, 7:27
Former international ref brands Rassie's antics 'appalling' and 'cheap'
Former international referee Alain Rolland has branded Rassie Erasmus's antics as 'appalling' in a column in which he says the Spr…
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Ian Cameron
31 Jul 2021, 6:32
Courting O'Keefe: 5 talking points ahead of the Lions' second Test
Victory would give Warren Gatland’s men an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
'They climb into things': Lions mindful of bruising 1974 reaction
A South African book about how the Springboks felt about losing to the Lions 47 years ago has fed into preparations this week in C…
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Liam Heagney
31 Jul 2021, 5:12
Lions tap into spirit of 2009 for second Test jersey presentation
The Lions emotively tapped into the spirit of 2009 at their jersey presentation ahead of this Saturday's second Test versus the Sp…
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Liam Heagney
31 Jul 2021, 3:57
Justin Tipuric could be sidelined until Christmas due to injury
Ospreys captain Justin Tipuric could be sidelined until Christmas with the shoulder injury he sustained on British and Irish Lions…
Henshaw braced for backlash from 'massively dangerous' Springboks
Robbie Henshaw insists the Lions are ready for South Africa’s backlash when they attempt to clinch the series against the world …
Why the Lions bent the ear of scrum expert Mike Cron this week
Away from the furnace of the Lions versus Springboks war of words, forwards coach Robin McBryde was glad to take a call from Mike …
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Liam Heagney
30 Jul 2021, 11:55
'Exit rumours': Ex-Lions back on 'real' reason for Erasmus antics
Rassie Erasmus has stoked controversy with his antics, but an ex-Lions player has claimed the Springboks boss has an ulterior job …
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Liam Heagney
30 Jul 2021, 10:55
'Gatland went crazy': Springboks double down on Lions criticism
Springboks captain Siya Kolisi and coach Mzwandile Stick have backed Rassie Erasmus, accusing Lions boss Gatland of starting a war…
Why Maro Itoje has this week been a 'nause' about 2001 Lions tour
With the Lions are on the cusp of a rare Test series win in South Africa, talisman Maro Itoje has been doing some extra homework t…
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Liam Heagney
30 Jul 2021, 9:40
What Owen Farrell did on Tuesday to inspire Lions full-back Hogg
It hasn't been an easy Lions tour for sub Owen Farrell but Stuart Hogg has revealed the inspiring influence the England skipper ha…
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Liam Heagney
30 Jul 2021, 7:23
Most of what Rassie said is true - Andy Goode
Rassie Erasmus may find himself in hot water with World Rugby but most of what he said was true, it was an education for fans and …
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Andy Goode
30 Jul 2021, 6:22
Lions latest on Erasmus rant and what they make of Ben O'Keeffe
The latest Lions media briefing addressed questions about the extraordinary Rassie Erasmus rant and this Saturday's referee Ben O'…
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Liam Heagney
30 Jul 2021, 5:49
'Unacceptable' - Rugby Australia statement: Rassie Erasmus
Rugby Australia have blasted South African Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus following his hour-long video monologue about the firs…
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Ian Cameron
30 Jul 2021, 5:11
'Now I'm not a body language expert, but you can just feel it'
Tadhg Furlong insists the British and Irish Lions have drawn on their experience of four years ago to tap into South Africa’s ps…
Lions clarify Biggar situation after criticism over concussion
The Lions were criticised in the wake of comments made on Thursday by skipper Alun Wyn Jones about the concussed Dan Biggar.
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Liam Heagney
30 Jul 2021, 4:06
Erasmus alleges Watson wasn't the only spear tackle Lions player
There was much post-game debate about a Hamish Watson tackle but Rassie Erasmus has now turned the heat up on a second Lions spear…
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Liam Heagney
30 Jul 2021, 3:05
Erasmus fires back at 'quirky quotes' Vunipola after Kolbe lift
Lions prop Mako Vunipola had his say on Monday about his Cheslin Kolbe intervention and Rassie Erasmus hasn't taken kindly to what…
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Liam Heagney
29 Jul 2021, 11:57
'He's done a hell of a job' - Rassie's rant more masterstroke than meltdown?
Rassie Erasmus's hour-long video rant that was released on social media this morning could be a masterstroke, not a meltdown- argu…
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Ian Cameron
29 Jul 2021, 10:43
Lions address Rassie rant and give update on Biggar availability
The Lions, who are waiting on Dan Biggar's fitness, have taken questions about the refereeing allegations made by Rassie Erasmus. …
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Liam Heagney
29 Jul 2021, 10:33
'Respect shown to Siya compared to Alun Wyn was 2 different levels'
Included in the incredible hour-long review by Springboks boss Rassie Erasmus was an allegation Siya Kolisi was disrespected by of…
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Liam Heagney
29 Jul 2021, 9:37
'I will step way' - Erasmus releases hour long, rambling 'clear the air' video
Springboks Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus has released an unprecedented hour-long - at times rambling - 'clear the air' video
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Ian Cameron
29 Jul 2021, 7:11
The 'long discussion' that ended with Williams' cruel Lions cut
Warren Gatland has chosen 21 of the same Lions 23 that played last Saturday, with Liam Williams and Hamish Watson the only pair to…
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Liam Heagney
29 Jul 2021, 6:45
'I thought it was a bizarre decision' - Rassie's biggest strategic error?
Yet for scrum nauses, the British & Irish Lions versus the Springboks first Test in Cape Town offered up one particularly juicy su…
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Ian Cameron
29 Jul 2021, 5:54
Why Lions ignored call for No8 change by ex-tour skipper Warburton
No sooner had the final whistle sounded after the first Lions Test did Sam Warburton say Jack Conan should lose out in the second …
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Liam Heagney
28 Jul 2021, 11:04
Woodward takes another pop at Erasmus in his latest Lions column
Rassie Erasmus was critical on Tuesday of Clive Woodward at his Lions tour media briefing and the ex-England boss has now issued a…
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Liam Heagney
28 Jul 2021, 9:27
Lions boss Gatland predicts what would happen if he joined Twitter
Rassie Erasmus is busy on Twitter but Lions boss Warren Gatland has outlined one very good reason why he won't reciprocate on soci…
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Liam Heagney
28 Jul 2021, 8:08
The Lions joke Gatland has happily made at expense of Maro Itoje
Warren Gatland has reflected how Maro Itoje has gone from being England's biggest Six Nations penalty culprit to becoming a Lions …
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Liam Heagney
28 Jul 2021, 5:32
The Lions have stacked the backline with height for an aerial showdown
The second test will bring more intensity and an emotional charge from a Springbok side fighting to stay alive in the series, but …
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Ben Smith
28 Jul 2021, 0:43
'Hung him out to dry': Springbok coach defends Kwagga Smith
Springboks head coach Jacques Nienaber named a few changes for his side's do-or-die second test against the British & Irish Lions,…
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Ben Smith
27 Jul 2021, 21:46
The 'complete freak' Lions teammate that shocked Jack Conan
Jack Conan has backed “complete freak” Tom Curry to spearhead the British and Irish Lions’ relentless graft against South Af…
Gatland tells Lions to get the job done against 'desperate' Springboks
Warren Gatland has urged his British and Irish Lions to make their get-out-of-jail card redundant by completing a series victory o…
Erasmus quashes Twitter rumour and says Lions compromised 'integrity of the game'
Rassie Erasmus has accused the British and Irish Lions of compromising “the integrity of the game” by questioning Marius Jonke…
Ben Kay: I expect it to be spiky and extremely brutal
It’s a cliché, I know, but the first Test was the classic game of two halves. In the first half, in every key indicator showed …
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Ben Kay
27 Jul 2021, 8:15
South Africa bolster pack for crucial second Test against Lions
Jacques Nienaber has chosen to bulk up his pack this Saturday to keep the series against the British & Irish Lions alive.
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Sam Smith
27 Jul 2021, 7:46
It's time to debate whether Gatland is New Zealand's best-ever coach
With Wasps and Ireland, Wales, Waikato and the Lions, Gatland has been a winner. Maybe Warrenball didn’t win you over, but it su…
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Hamish Bidwell
26 Jul 2021, 22:28
'If I did hurt him then I do apologise' - Vunipola responds to video clip
South Africa boss Erasmus went on social media on Monday morning to highlight an incident from Saturday’s first Test.
Finn Russell 'in the mix' for Lions in second Test
The Scotland star missed the Lions’ 22-17 victory over South Africa on Saturday with an Achilles problem.
'I am surprised SA Rugby are allowing it to happen' - Woodward brands Erasmus 'comical'
World Cup-winning coach Clive Woodward has branded Rassie Erasmus 'comical' in his latest column in the Daily Mail.
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Ian Cameron
26 Jul 2021, 7:11
'Elephant in room' - Biggar's role in second Test questioned over latest HIA
Dan Biggar's participation in the second Test of the British & Irish Lions series in Cape Town has been called into question by a …
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Ian Cameron
26 Jul 2021, 5:53
Erasmus goes after Lions player's 'reckless and dangerous' act
Rassie Erasmus has gone after British & Irish Lions prop Mako Vunipola on Twitter after an eventful 24 hours on social media for t…
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Ian Cameron
26 Jul 2021, 5:05
Erasmus' social media presence under suspicion over a burner account
Now the former coach and Water boy is under suspicion for using a 'burner account', a fake profile used to voice opinions that one…
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Sam Smith
25 Jul 2021, 19:41
Warburton wants to sacrifice Conan as part of back row tweak
Sam Warburton has backed a recall for former teammate Taulupe Faletau to the British & Irish Lions starting fifteen - a selection …
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Ian Cameron
25 Jul 2021, 9:09
Springbok Faf De Klerk's warning for the Lions
The tourists won Saturday’s first Test 22-17 after a hard-fought battle.
Gatland faces cruel second Test Lions selection dilemma
Will Warren Gatland stick or twist for the second Test of the British and Irish Lions tour after victory against the Springboks in…
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Alex Shaw
25 Jul 2021, 6:44
The Lions went after the biggest weakness in this Springboks team
Tactically, the Lions exposed the biggest flaw in this Springboks team - catching and handling. They turned the game into a battle…
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Ben Smith
25 Jul 2021, 3:42
Ref Watch: Sorry, but the first Test officiating was too inconsistent
His post-match assessment of referee Nic Berry, TMO Marius Jonker and their touch judges concluded the team of four “had a good …
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Paul Smith
25 Jul 2021, 3:36
Springboks sealed their own fate with questionable use of bench
Hindsight is a wonderful thing but the Springboks' uninspired final quarter in their 22-17 loss to the British and Irish Lions sho…
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Tom Vinicombe
25 Jul 2021, 1:00
Springboks set to reinforce Japan-led approach to optimum performance
In 2019, ahead of the first World Cup held outside of the traditional rugby nations, Japan took a unique approach to preparing for…
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Tom Vinicombe
25 Jul 2021, 0:08
'Rassie and Jacques, you got seduced by your own importance'
The much-anticipated first test between the British & Irish Lions and the Springboks end in a 22-17 win to the visitors, but not w…
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Sam Smith
24 Jul 2021, 23:48
Springboks bomb squad fizzle out in second-half misfire
A key decision by Springboks management was to substitute the entire front row at halftime, putting hooker Malcolm Marx and props …
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Sam Smith
24 Jul 2021, 22:13
Officials were right to rule out Le Roux's try against Lions: Jacques Nienaber
The South Africa coach saw his side beaten in Cape Town in the first Test.
Where the Springboks reckon they lost the first Test
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber said the British & Irish Lions outplayed his side in the second half by dominating the aerial bat…
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Kim Ekin
24 Jul 2021, 15:44
Gatland 'pleased with the officials' despite De Klerk try
British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland has said that he is 'pleased with the officials' after the Lions secured victory…
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Sam Smith
24 Jul 2021, 15:07
Lions roar into series lead with superb second half in Cape Town
The British and Irish Lions came from behind in a dominant second half to seize an early lead in their series against South Africa…
British & Irish Lions player ratings vs Springboks | First Test
The British & Irish Lions player ratings, brought to you by The Famous Grouse. It was a tense Test match that delivered on physi…
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Ian Cameron
24 Jul 2021, 13:54
Sutherland to start as Wyn Jones ruled out of first Test
The British & Irish Lions have confirmed that Wyn Jones has been ruled out of the first Test against the Springboks in Cape Town t…
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Ian Cameron
24 Jul 2021, 8:52
Lions will be too much for undercooked Springboks - Andy Goode
Warren Gatland has sprung a host of surprises in his team selection but the Lions will be too much for an undercooked Springboks.
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Andy Goode
24 Jul 2021, 5:41
'That's rugby' - South Africa-born DVDM vows to ignore Springbok taunts
The 26-year-old wing will line-up for the British and Irish Lions in the first Test on Saturday.
Lions: Five talking points heading into the first Test
Only once before have the Lions come back from defeat in the first Test to win the series.
'We'll see' - Springboks' pack chief responds to Gatland's 'ego' comments
Head coach Gatland claimed the Lions had already dented the Springboks ego at the set-piece.
Harlequins 'disgusted' by comments made about Marcus Smith
Harlequins have said that they are 'disgusted by comments made about flyhalf Marcus Smith during a recent rugby podcast discussing…
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Ian Cameron
23 Jul 2021, 9:08
'He's a massive man. If you stand beside him he absolutely dwarfs players'
British & Irish Lions No.8 Jack Conan has been given a ringing endorsement by former Lions loose forward Stephen Ferris.
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Ian Cameron
23 Jul 2021, 7:10
'Sort it out World Rugby!' - calls for WR to step in over TMO appointment
The 11th-hour appointment of South African referee Marius Jonker to the role of TMO for the first Test has apparently left the Bri…
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Ian Cameron
23 Jul 2021, 6:18
'There's no plan B' - Furious Lions sit down with officials over TMO row
The British and Irish Lions have been assured by the officials overseeing Saturday’s first Test against the Springboks that the …
'We were quite happy with how the scrums went' - Wyn Jones relishing scrum battle
British & Irish Lions prop Wyn Jones is bracing for a tough challenge against world champions South Africa who are known for their…
Lions team-mate has 'no doubt' Alun Wyn Jones is ready for action
Wales talisman Jones will win his 10th Lions Test cap just four weeks after dislocating his shoulder.
Flatman: Lions should consider dropping provincial games
Former England and Bath prop David Flatman believes that the British & Irish Lions should consider dropping provincial games in fa…
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Ian Cameron
22 Jul 2021, 6:19
'Pretty tasty' - Things boiled over in heated Lions training session
Inevitably coming into a British & Irish Lions Test week, tensions are going to be high, and so it proved this week as things boil…
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Ian Cameron
22 Jul 2021, 5:19
Pollard hits back at ex-Bok coach over 'boring' style
Flyhalf Handre Pollard has defended his team's playing style after former Springboks head coach Peter de Villiers labelled the cur…
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Sam Smith
21 Jul 2021, 20:32
The Boks hostility the Lions have their South African ready for
Saturday will be a rare sort of homecoming for Duhan van der Merwe, the South African who will be wearing a Lions Test shirt.
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Liam Heagney
21 Jul 2021, 12:38
RugbyPass 'Readers' Choice' Lions First Test XV agrees on 10 of Gatland's picks
The RugbyPass 'Readers' Choice' First Test XV agreed on ten of head coach Warren Gatland's XV picks for this weekend's titanic bat…
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Ian Cameron
21 Jul 2021, 12:12
The crucial message the Lions have given to benched Owen Farrell
In his 97 previous Test caps for England and the Lions, Owen Farrell has only sat on the bench 12 times so Saturday will be unusua…
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Liam Heagney
21 Jul 2021, 11:36
'It's an important meeting': Why Lions want to talk to ref Berry
With Lions team selection done and dusted, Warren Gatland is now placing great importance on Thursday's meeting with Test referee …
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Liam Heagney
21 Jul 2021, 11:04
'No one picked that backline... You've got to love Gatland. He picks on form'
'Wow' were the first words out of former British and Irish Lions centre Will Greenwood after Warren Gatland named his first Test 2…
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Ian Cameron
21 Jul 2021, 10:14
13 clubs feature in Lions 23, including Prem strugglers Worcester
Bottom Premiership club Worcester have undergone a summer transformation and have hailed their sudden influence on the Lions.
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Liam Heagney
21 Jul 2021, 9:28
Lions skipper Jones breaks silence after miracle injury comeback
Chosen as captain for Saturday's first Lions Test, Alun Wyn Jones has broken his silence about his miracle shoulder dislocation re…
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Liam Heagney
21 Jul 2021, 8:46
'Someone has betrayed someone's trust': Lions leak upsets Gatland
Warren Gatland has expressed his annoyance over his Lions Test XV getting leaked and will announce things differently next week.
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Liam Heagney
21 Jul 2021, 7:52
'Astounded' - The one Lions omission that fans can't get head around
He was probably the form player of the British & Irish Lions series to date, but somehow Josh Adams hasn't done enough to make War…
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Ian Cameron
21 Jul 2021, 6:52
Gatland selects first Test Lions team that is dominated by England
Gatland has announced a Lions team to face the Springboks containing six England players and three each from Ireland, Scotland and…
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Liam Heagney
21 Jul 2021, 5:04
Lions bring forward XV announcement by 24 hours as Times leaks line-up
Warren Gatland wasn't due to publicly announce his Lions Test team until 10am (BST) on Thursday but that timing has been brought f…
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Liam Heagney
20 Jul 2021, 13:13
What opened Watson's eyes about relationships built on Lions tours
Anthony Watson was only 23 on the 2017 Lions to New Zealand but that experience has helped ensure he is enjoying 2021's SA trip to…
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Liam Heagney
20 Jul 2021, 12:47
Nienaber: Why Springboks have diffused their World Cup bomb squad
A six forwards/two backs split on their bench served the Springboks well at the World Cup but Jacques Nienaber has now shelved thi…
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Liam Heagney
20 Jul 2021, 12:45
RugbyPass Fanzone LIVE | The Lions Edition this Thursday
Join the RugbyPass team LIVE this Thursday at 7pm (BST) as we bring you a special live show from London Welsh rugby club.
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Josh Raisey
20 Jul 2021, 12:36
Confirmed: Springboks versus Lions series will stay in Cape Town
It was July 9 when Warren Gatland first predicted the Lions Test series versus the Springboks would be completely played in Cape T…
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Liam Heagney
20 Jul 2021, 11:36
Mbonambi: The verdict that has added more fuel to Springboks fire
There is a lot of negative commentaries currently surrounding the Springboks, but Bongi Mbonambi believes it will only fire up his…
Lions players will learn Tuesday what Gatland's 1st Test team is
It will be 10am Thursday (BST) when the Lions publicly announce their 1st Test XV but Anthony Watson revealed the players will kno…
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Liam Heagney
20 Jul 2021, 8:32
Springboks name 1st Test XV containing 11 World Cup final starters
Jacques Nienaber wasn't supposed to name his Springboks team to face the Lions until Wednesday but he brought forward the reveal b…
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Liam Heagney
20 Jul 2021, 7:40
Ben Kay: Time for Gatland to roll the dice
The Stormers game was a definite drop in intensity from the South Africa A game and that won’t have been easy for the players, b…
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Ben Kay
20 Jul 2021, 7:07
Biggar issues 'don't stress out' message to his Lions teammates
Set to be the starting No10 for the Lions next Saturday in Cape Town, Dan Biggar has set the scene ahead of facing the Springboks.…
Warburton urges Lions not to abandon recent game plan
Two-time British & Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton has encouraged Warren Gatland's side to continue their offloading game, despi…
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Josh Raisey
19 Jul 2021, 9:35
'We'll be ready' - Lions physicality holds no fear for Springboks
South Africa flyhalf Handre Pollard insists his side will be ready for the British & Irish Lions Test series, which starts on Satu…
The Springboks are waiting | Lions Weekly Round-up #4
Warren Gatland's Lions were able to put the disappointment of Wednesday's loss to South Africa A behind them on Saturday with a fr…
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Josh Raisey
19 Jul 2021, 6:53
Injured Lions make swift return ahead of first Test
Warren Gatland almost has an entire squad to chose from as Finn Russell is the only player ruled out of the British & Irish Lions'…
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Josh Raisey
19 Jul 2021, 6:23
The tech being used by the Lions to topple the Springboks
The British and Irish Lions have enlisted the latest player performance technology in their bid to topple South Africa.
Now we will find out if SA Rugby has tempted fate
Whatever was discussed behind closed doors, we now have the situation the SARU wanted, yet at every turn it is unravelling and the…
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Ben Smith
18 Jul 2021, 22:14
'Morne told me this' - Bok veteran's admission to White after shock loss to Bulls
Veteran Springbok No10 Morne Steyn has claimed the shock South Africa A loss to the Bulls 17-14 has helped not hampered the prepar…
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Chris Jones
18 Jul 2021, 10:37
How Luke Cowan-Dickie rates his chances of Lions Test role
The hooker scored a try as he put in an impressive display in the win over the Stormers on Saturday.
'I'm scared for them' - South African legend sounds Boks warning claxton
While it might already be one-nil to the Springboks after this week's unofficial fourth Test victory by South Africa A side, one S…
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Ian Cameron
18 Jul 2021, 5:26
The three Lions bolters leading charge for a Test spot
Cowan-Dickie, Price and van der Merwe all shone for the British and Irish Lions against the Stormers but was it enough to secure a…
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Alex Shaw
18 Jul 2021, 4:22
The two Springboks threats Gatland believes are big Lions work-ons
With the preparation games all finished, Lions boss Warren Gatland has pinpointed two areas he is targeting to shut down the Sprin…
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Liam Heagney
18 Jul 2021, 4:00
Gatland names his two most difficult areas for 1st Test selection
With all 6 warm-up matches played, Warren Gatland has named the two sections where it will be hardest to pick his first Test Lions…
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Liam Heagney
17 Jul 2021, 15:58
Murray keeps a perk despite Jones retaking Lions tour captaincy
With Alun Wyn Jones recalled to the Lions, Warren Gatland has explained how his captaincy chat with Conor Murray went in Cape Town…
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Liam Heagney
17 Jul 2021, 15:27
Jones returns but Cowan-Dickie steals show as Lions see off Stormers
Three weeks after sustaining an injury that appeared to have ended his tour, Jones completed 27 minutes as a second-half replaceme…
British & Irish Lions player ratings vs Stormers | 2021 Lions series
The British & Irish Lions player ratings, brought to you by The Famous Grouse. An error-ridden first half and game opponents slo…
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Ian Cameron
17 Jul 2021, 14:12
26-minute run completes AW Jones' miracle 21-day Lions comeback
Alun Wyn Jones completed his miracle return to action, playing for the Lions in Cape Town 21 days after a shoulder dislocation in …
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Liam Heagney
17 Jul 2021, 13:51
Habana on shock 'SA C side' loss and Erasmus again running water
Bryan Habana has attempted to downplay Saturday's South Africa A loss and the sight of Springboks boss Rassie Erasmus again being …
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Liam Heagney
17 Jul 2021, 12:36
Gatland hits back after tweets from Erasmus over Farrell tackles
Rassie Erasmus posted a salty tweet on Friday about Owen Farrell and Lions boss Warren Gatland has now responded to the social med…
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Liam Heagney
17 Jul 2021, 12:14
The 20-year Lions Test itch Scotland want scratched next Thursday
2021's tour has shown the peripheral role Scotland have had with the Lions in the professional era is over but can they gain Test …
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Liam Heagney
17 Jul 2021, 7:33
'Already leading like our 10s should lead': Lions verdict on Smith
Test level rookie Marcus Smith has arrived in South Africa accompanied by high hopes that he will go well this Saturday on his Lio…
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Liam Heagney
17 Jul 2021, 6:35
Lions series has gone up a notch, now refereeing needs to as well - Andy Goode
The 2021 British & Irish Lions tour went up several notches this week and now the refereeing needs to follow suit before we get to…
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Andy Goode
17 Jul 2021, 4:10
'You're in trouble South Africa': British & Irish Lions versus Springboks preview
The British & Irish Lions bounced back from their midweek loss to South Africa A with a comfortable 49-3 win over the DHL Stormers…
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Josh Raisey
16 Jul 2021, 13:17
Boks should worry about isolated Townsend's 'only silver lining'
Gregor Townsend has revealed how his week in self-isolation might have considerably helped the Lions crack the Springboks next wee…
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Liam Heagney
16 Jul 2021, 11:14
'While you're at it' - Rassie hits out at Owen Farrell as war of words escalates
Rassie Erasmus has used social media to hit back at Warren Gatland.
Lions give Finn Russell injury update after removal of ankle boot
Lions assistant Gregor Townsend is out of self-isolation and has delivered an update on the injury status of achilles-troubled Fin…
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Liam Heagney
16 Jul 2021, 8:40
Why McGeechan thinks Gatland has got it wrong with Jones on bench
Warren Gatland has recalled Alun Wyn Jones to the Lions tour but ex-boss Ian McGeechan believes an error has been made for this Sa…
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Liam Heagney
16 Jul 2021, 7:16
A form guide to the Lions' next opposition: The Stormers
The Cape Town-based side are the Lions’ final challenge before the Test series against the Springboks.
The message the Lions have given to Marcus Smith, their latest 10
Following his mid-tour call-up, the Lions have now given young out-half Marcus Smith a message on how to play as their No10 versus…
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Liam Heagney
16 Jul 2021, 4:54
Lions explain bench U-turn selection after the arrival of Jones
Warren Gatland initially stated Alun Wyn Jones wasn't available for Lions selection this Saturday but he did a U-turn just 12 hour…
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Liam Heagney
15 Jul 2021, 11:58
'How can he play Test match rugby against rugby's most physical team?'
Former British & Irish Lions blindside Stephen Ferris has questioned how Alun Wyn Jones can come back and play "the most physical …
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Ian Cameron
15 Jul 2021, 11:45
Hogg's 7-day isolation: 'I wouldn't wish that on my worst enemy'
Injured on the 2017 tour, Stuart Hogg has reflected on his latest Lions setback - his seven days of self-isolation in Johannesburg…
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Liam Heagney
15 Jul 2021, 11:14
British & Irish Lions half-term report card: All 40 players rated
With four games now in the books in South Africa and four still to come, including the three Tests, the British and Irish Lions ar…
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Alex Shaw
15 Jul 2021, 11:00
Lions boss Gatland takes potshot at no-water water boy Erasmus
While Lions boss Warren Gatland was in the grandstand on Wednesday night, Rassie Erasmus was regularly running onto the Cape Town …
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Liam Heagney
15 Jul 2021, 9:34
'SA teams haven't changed the way they play since the age of man'
Lions lock Maro Itoje suggested in a post-game TV interview that they have the Springboks approach all figured out ahead of the Te…
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Liam Heagney
15 Jul 2021, 8:44
Lions give Biggar injury update, explain why Lawes is under wraps
Warren Gatland has provided an injury update on Dan Biggar and shed light on why Courtney Lawes has been wrapped in Lions cotton w…
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Liam Heagney
15 Jul 2021, 8:32
'If Owen Farrell doesn't show something, he may not be playing'
Former British & Irish Lions winger Shane Horgan has questioned whether or not Owen Farrell is likely to start in the Test series …
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Ian Cameron
15 Jul 2021, 7:53
'Reckless': Warren Gatland has revisited de Klerk yellow card row
Warren Gatland wasn't happy post-game with the yellow-carded Faf de Klerk incident and he revisited this decision on Thursday morn…
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Liam Heagney
15 Jul 2021, 7:23
Ref Watch: Faf's yellow, De Allende's blocking and why no penalty try came
Warren Gatland’s post-match comments were delivered in a typically understated manner, but nonetheless no-one was left in any do…
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Paul Smith
15 Jul 2021, 7:02
Warren Gatland names entirely changed Lions team to face Stormers
Having quickly licked their wounds from the loss to South Africa, Warren Gatland has named the Lions team that will play the Storm…
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Liam Heagney
15 Jul 2021, 6:23
South Africa 'A' player ratings vs Lions | 2021 Lions series
A Springbok-laden South Africa ‘A’ team brought the intensity when they faced the British and Irish Lions on Wednesday.
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RugbyPass
15 Jul 2021, 5:39
Warren Gatland has set a classic 'rug pull' trap for the Springboks
The physical, test-match level intensity brought by South Africa 'A' promised an appetising entree in what was dubbed the 'fourth …
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Ben Smith
14 Jul 2021, 22:01
'Too predictable': Lions fans convinced of con-job against SA 'A'
The 'A' side, laden with first choice Springbok starters by Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus, flexed their might over the tourists…
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Sam Smith
14 Jul 2021, 19:11
Gatland reacts to de Klerk getting away with contact to the head
Lions boss Warren Gatland has given his reaction to the controversial Faf de Klerk yellow card incident in Wednesday's match in Ca…
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Liam Heagney
14 Jul 2021, 17:23
British & Irish Lions player ratings vs South Africa A | 2021 Lions series
Hours before kick-off, the Lions broke the news that they would be flying in original tour captain, Alun Wyn Jones, after a miracl…
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Ian Cameron
14 Jul 2021, 15:54
Gatland hints what he will do with Lions captaincy with AWJ back
The incredible return of Alun Wyn Jones to the Lions tour has left Warren Gatland with a big decision to make about captain Conor …
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Liam Heagney
14 Jul 2021, 14:35
British & Irish Lions confirm Kelleher call-up, explain hooker situation
The British and Irish Lions have confirmed that in-form Ireland hooker Ronan Kelleher will join the tour of South Africa.
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Liam Heagney
14 Jul 2021, 13:47
Lions royalty give their verdict on return of Jones to the Lions
Ian McGeechan and Sam Warburton have reacted to the dramatic news on Wednesday that Alun Wyn Jones is to rejoin the Lions tour.
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Liam Heagney
14 Jul 2021, 13:33
Owen Farrell to start as Lions make two late changes
Owen Farrell will replace Dan Biggar in the starting XV for tonight’s clash with South Africa ‘A’ at Cape Town Stadium, the …
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Ian Cameron
14 Jul 2021, 13:06
Alun Wyn Jones recalled by the Lions 18 days after shoulder injury
Alun Wyn Jones has completed a miracle recovery after suffering a shoulder dislocation on June 26 for the Lions against Japan.
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Liam Heagney
14 Jul 2021, 8:37
Red-carded Hendrikse learns fate for foul play on Lions' Williams
Sharks scrum-half Jaden Hendrikse was red-carded for an altercation with Lions' Liam Williams with the scores tied at 26-all in Pr…
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Liam Heagney
14 Jul 2021, 7:20
How the Lions coaches have coped without the isolated Townsend
It's now a week since the virus burst the Lions' bubble and they have had to make-do since then minus assistant coach Gregor Towns…
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Liam Heagney
14 Jul 2021, 6:29
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