Australia

Rugby fans tuning in to watch the much-hyped Invitational XV were left scratching their heads. Where were the global icons? The game-changers? The seasoned internationals like Aaron Smith, Richie Mo’unga, Sam Cane, Will Genia, Bernard Foley?

Jamie George replaces injured Cowan-Dickie for Lions’ Australia Test tour.

Australia head coach Joe Schmidt has recalled James O’Connor in the squad for the series against Lions.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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