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
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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.
Tracking the history of the Lions
The toughest tour in sport gives players the chance to be remembered as greats of the game
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
Damian McKenzie at a career crossroads
A stint overseas, no matter how short, could spell an end to Damian McKenzie's All Blacks hopes.
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…
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.
Premiership final: The key battles
Where might Saturday's mouth-watering Premiership Final be won and lost?
England's Toon army
A quartet of Newcastle Falcons will show off their wares to a wider audience and Toby Flood gives you the lowdown
The struggle to replace Ma'a Nonu
The All Blacks are yet to find a midfielder that possesses the same subtleties to their game as Ma'a Nonu.
France's tour of hotel hell
A callow French squad prepare to embark on their grinding voyage to Australia
How rugby is addressing the tackle height
The England World Cup winner believes great strides have been made in making tackles safer but there is more to do
