Rob Howley calls up six Lions for Wales Test against Japan
9 years ago by The Guardian• Interim coach makes 10 changes from side who defeated Argentina• Jamie Roberts and Jonathan Davies resume midfield partnershipWales have in the past used their November encounter with a second-tier...
'The one cog missing' - Brian O'Driscoll highlights the importance of Andy Farrell to Joe Schmidt's backroom team
9 years ago by Irish IndependentBrian O'Driscoll believes the reappointment of Andy Farrell to Warren Gatland's British and Irish Lions coaching team would be welcomed by players.
Farrell backed for Lions role
9 years ago by Sky Sports RugbyBrian O'Driscoll believes the reappointment of Andy Farrell to Warren Gatland's British and Irish Lions coaching team would be welcomed by players.
'New Zealand lacked respect'
9 years ago by Sky Sports RugbyNew Zealand were punished for showing "a lack of respect" to Ireland when they lost in Chicago and could be in for another shock in Saturday's rematch, according to former Lions wing Luke Fitzgerald.
English newspaper selects 10 Irish players to make next year's Lions squad but some big names miss out
9 years ago by Irish IndependentIreland players will make up a sizable contingent of the British and Irish Lions squad that will travel to take on the mighty All Blacks next summer.
Analysis: Mapping the involvements of Jonny Gray and Alun Wyn Jones
9 years ago by Rugby WorldJonny Gray and Alun Wyn Jones enhanced their British and Irish Lions prospects with all-action outings last weekend Grapple tackle: Jonny Gray gets to grips with Australia centre Reece Hodge Reuters/Russell...
WATCH - Luke Fitzgerald predicts a return for experienced duo and the axe for Leinster rookies ahead of All Blacks clash
9 years ago by Irish IndependentFormer Leinster, Ireland and Lions star Luke Fitzgerald is expecting Joe Schmidt to make a host of changes to his matchday 23 for the showdown with the All Blacks at the Aviva this Saturday.
Lions Watch: Second Row
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWith such rich competition available in the second row, we look at the options available to Warren Gatland as the Lions gear up to face New Zealand next summer. Maro Itoje Has...
Top 5 performers of the day
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyUltan Dillane The young lock put in a massive shift against Canada this evening. He had some huge carries working hard to get himself in to the right positions. Dillane also produced...
3 top performers from England vs South Africa
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland ended a 10 year wait for a win against South Africa at Twickenham on Saturday afternoon, we picked 3 guys that stood out for us! Joe Launchbury The big second row was fantastic...
