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'Whisper it, but the Wallabies could out-scrum the British and Irish Lions this summer'
If they get their selection right, and see Andrew Porter's driving angle penalised, the Wallabies could turn a traditional weaknes…
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Lions 2025: ‘Lights, cameras...action’
Andy Farrell's squad announcement hit the high notes for all the right reasons as the tour to Australia fast approaches
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As the balance of power shifts away from Ireland, has Andy Farrell got his Lions calls right?
With England growing and Ireland's dominance seemingly on the wane, has the Lions coach backed the right horses to defeat Australi…
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Mick Cleary: 'Many Lions might have opted for the safe route - not Maro Itoje'
The new British and Irish Lions captain will take his earring assuredness to the Wallabies, a distinctive multi-layered modern man…
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Farrell puts his reputation on the line knowing tougher challenges lie ahead
The head coach knows he will come in for flak if the Lions fluff their lines Down Under but is determined to do it his way
Opinion
'Love him or hate him, Henry Pollock has got the rugby world talking.'
The Northampton and England backrow's confidence, verve and raw ability have raised eyebrows around the globe
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‘Rising force’ Proctor gives All Blacks Ioane dilemma
The form of Hurricanes 'facilitator' Billy Proctor could see Scott Robertson break up his established centre pairing.
Opinion
Brendan Fanning: 'Leinster have the best-resourced squad in these islands but can’t make it pay.'
Leadership and clarity escaped Leinster at a crucial time as their dream of a fifth Champions Cup star went up in smoke, again
Opinion
What can we expect from Farrell's Lions squad? The key questions answered
Will it be 'Irish Lions'? Did European semis force a change? Will there be surprises? Who is indispensable?
Opinion
The Champions’ Cup: All Saints' Day
Henry Pollock and his band of brothers pulled off a remarkable heist in Dublin on Leinster to make them believe anything's possibl…
Analysis
Elegant or turbulent? Can Les give the Wallabies the Kiss of Life?
Is the Queensland boss the right man to lead Australia forward? And will Joe Schmidt be tempted to stick around for Rugby World Cu…
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Why ‘the curse of the Bambino’ is still stronger than ever at Leinster
Northampton Saints found a way of beating the fabled Jacques Nienaber blitz and inflicting another 'horrific' Champions Cup loss o…
