Cryotherapy chambers and trying to forget Billy: welcome to Lions training | Robert Kitson

Vunipola’s injury has left a big hole in Gatland’s plans but, as bruised squad members assemble in Ireland, an opportunity beckons for those still standingThe mood at the British and Irish Lions stately training base in Maynooth, County Kildare was neatly reflected by the two dozen swans on the lake beside the endless winding drive leading up to Carton House. Serene on the surface but paddling frantically underneath to keep up will be the Lions default setting for the next few weeks, particularly in the wake of the gloomy news about Billy Vunipola’s tour-ending shoulder injury.No man, as we al…