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Will Owen

Finn Russell set to weave his Lions magic

Lions have to weigh up the risk and reward of starting Finn Russell in the Test series

Gregor Paul

Is Jordie Barrett the fix to the All Blacks' problem position?

It may be a left-field move, but Jordie Barrett has all the skills needed for a shift back to the midfield.

Nick Heath

The quest for equality

What will it take for a current male player to come out as gay?

Jonathan Bradley

The bedrock of the Lions scrum

Tadhg Furlong is integral to the success of the esteemed touring side, a player they dare not lose

Patrick McKendry

Where the All Blacks will find their ferocity

The All Blacks have talked about getting aggressive, but it will be up to individuals to make a difference.

Ben Smith

What we learnt from the Lions v Japan

Two key injuries aside, it was a useful hit out for Warren Gatland's tourists but stiffer tests await

Gregor Paul

The cultural shift that's transformed the All Blacks

A massive change in the All Blacks culture is helping to bring the best out of players.

Andy Clarke

Tracking the history of the Lions

The toughest tour in sport gives players the chance to be remembered as greats of the game

Garry Doyle

Why is Conor Murray the new Lions captain?

The Munster and Ireland scrum-half has precious little captaincy experience but he will have to learn fast on the biggest stage

Tom Vinicombe

Damian McKenzie at a career crossroads

A stint overseas, no matter how short, could spell an end to Damian McKenzie's All Blacks hopes.

Owain Jones

Gatland's Lions attempt to climb their Everest

The Lions tour starts in Edinburgh today but their toughest opponent will surely be a pandemic that has brought the world to its k…

Christy Doran

Big Will Skelton remains the Wallabies' one that got away

Despite interest from Australia, Will Skelton has signed a mammoth contract to remain in France.

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