Australia

Jamie Osborne joins Lions as cover for injured Kinghorn

Jamie Osborne added to Lions squad amid concerns over Blair Kinghorn’s knee injury ahead of Tests.
10 July 2025

Owen Farrell set for Lions return in final match before Test series

Owen Farrell will make his first appearance for the British & Irish Lions on Saturday after being named on the bench for their final warm-up fixture against an invitational Australia–New Zealand XV.
10 July 2025

Echoes, Tension, and Missed Chances: Why Bernard Foley Might Be the Key to the Wallabies’ Future

The Wallabies’ recent performance against Fiji was a match soaked in symbolism echoes of past failures, tension in key moments, and an overwhelming sense of missed opportunities.
8 July 2025

Wallabies playmaker Noah Lolesio ruled out of Lions series

Wallabies will be without fly-half Noah Lolesio for the remainder of the series against the British and Irish Lions following a neck surgery.
8 July 2025

Harry Potter commits to Wallabies, joins Waratahs for 2026

Wallaby Harry Potter signs with Waratahs for 2026-27 and extends contract with Rugby Australia until 2027.
8 July 2025

A nod towards the first Test? Andy Farrell names strong Lions side to face Brumbies

The British and Irish Lions boss was expected to pick a team that could represent his Test selection - and it feels like he has done just that.
7 July 2025

Schmidt frustrated despite Wallabies' 21–18 escape over Fiji

Wallabies edge Fiji 21–18; coach Brad Schmidt criticises poor execution and lack of composure in close win.
6 July 2025

Wallabies edge Fiji 21-18 with last-gasp try in Newcastle

Australia survive Fiji scare with captain Wilson’s late try to win 21-18 in Newcastle.
6 July 2025

Lions record comprehensive win over Reds as Andy Farrell's side take another step forward

The British and Irish Lions ran in eight tries as they secured their second win in Australia after defeating the Queensland Reds 52-12 in Brisbane.
2 July 2025

A convincing victory, putting down markers, injury woe and Lions team news for Reds encounter

Andy Farrell makes 14 changes for clash with Queensland Reds as the British and Irish Lions look to build on opening tour win.
30 June 2025

Pollock handed first Lions start as Andy Farrell names team for tour opener

Henry Pollock will make his first British & Irish Lions start this Saturday, as the 20-year-old is named at number eight against Western Force.
26 June 2025

Wallabies release Faessler and Paisami amid Lions tour pressure

The British & Irish Lions have successfully pushed for more Australian players to be released for their tour matches, with Wallabies squad members Matt Faessler and Hunter Paisami set to play for Queensland Reds.
25 June 2025

Joe Schmidt responds as Lions warn Australia on player release

Joe Schmidt rebuts Lions’ player release demand, says ‘dirt-trackers’ will play mid-week tour games.
24 June 2025

Tom Curry calls for tough conversations after Lions loss

Tom Curry urges accountability and urgency after Lions' 28-24 defeat to Argentina in Dublin.
23 June 2025

Lions warn Australia over Wallabies' player release

Lions CEO Ben Calveley warns Australia of breach if top Wallabies not released for tour matches.
23 June 2025

The Lions work-ons that can be ironed out in Australia

The Lions have touched down in Perth ahead of their first tour match against Western Force but following Argentina defeat, there is a collective desire to improve Down Under.
23 June 2025

Beirne ready to embrace 'Real Lions Experience' in 2025

Tadhg Beirne relishes full Lions tour experience after 2021’s empty stadiums, urges squad to adapt fast.
19 June 2025

Schmidt backs youth as O'Connor misses out on Wallabies squad

Joe Schmidt drops James O’Connor, opting for younger fly-halves ahead of Fiji Test and Lions series preparations.
19 June 2025

Jack Van Poortvliet joins Lions squad as cover

Jack van Poortvliet added to British & Irish Lions squad as injury cover for Jamison Gibson-Park.
17 June 2025

Lions call up Bealham after Fagerson blow

Scotland's Zander Fagerson has been ruled out of the British and Irish Lions' tour to Australia with a calf injury and replaced by Ireland's Finlay Bealham.
9 June 2025