British & Irish Lions

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

Bundee Aki calls for unity after Lions' shock loss

British & Irish Lions centre Bundee Aki has urged his teammates to rally together and respond with character after a stinging 28-24 defeat to Argentina in Dublin.
21 June 2025

Andy Farrell: Lions won’t sugar-coat Argentina defeat

Andy Farrell says Lions must face the truth after 28-24 home defeat to Argentina in Dublin.
21 June 2025

Lions beaten 28-24 by Argentina in Dublin upset

British & Irish Lions stunned 28-24 by Argentina in a thrilling match at Aviva Stadium
21 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

Montoya to lead Argentina's revamped side against Lions

Julian Montoya captains a rejuvenated Argentina squad, blending new talent with experience ahead of Lions clash.
18 June 2025

Itoje to captain Lions in Dublin as team revealed for Argentina clash

Andy Farrell names Maro Itoje captain, strong English squad, with Fin Smith and Marcus Smith starting in Lions v Argentina.
18 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

Johnny Sexton ‘here to help’ Finn Russell as past criticism put to bed

British & Irish Lions assistant coach Johnny Sexton insists he is “here to help” Finn Russell after the pair recently shook hands to resolve some past remarks made about the Scotland fly-half.
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

Charles Tyrwhitt Unveils New Lions Campaign External

Charles Tyrwhitt Unveils Lions Campaign Starring Rugby Greats as Official Menswear Partner of the British & Irish Lions
2 June 2025

Golden Point Extra Time proposed for Lions series

Rugby Australia suggests 'golden point' to avoid drawn Lions series.
27 May 2025

Dom Day Interview: Life after rugby, why Bath would be bouncing and Saracens culture makes them dark horses

Alongside ex-England international George Kruis, Day is the founder of fourfive - one of the leading supplement brands across the country - and he discusses his transition from locker room to boardroom as well as his hopes for his former clubs.
16 May 2025

Lack of Lions experience won’t faze Andy Farrell’s squad as ‘talent in the room’ makes for exciting tour

For 26 of Farrell’s 38-man squad, heading to Australia will be their first experience of the Lions but the freshness and options should create a buzz down under.
9 May 2025

Pollock in, Itoje confirmed as captain and no Prendergast - Andy Farrell names his British and Irish Lions squad

Northampton's Henry Pollock is the most eye-catching inclusion as Andy Farrell names his British and Irish Lions squad.
8 May 2025

Maro Itoje poised to lead Lions in 2025 Australia tour

England lock Maro Itoje is widely expected to be confirmed as the captain of the British & Irish Lions for the highly anticipated 2025 tour of Australia.
7 May 2025

Caelan Doris undergoes surgery, Lions captaincy in doubt

Caelan Doris to undergo shoulder surgery, putting his British & Irish Lions captaincy chances at risk.
5 May 2025

Owen Farrell's Lions hopes in doubt after head injury vs Lyon

Owen Farrell’s Lions selection at risk after suffering a head injury in Racing 92’s Challenge Cup semi-final.
5 May 2025

Historic referee appointments for Lions 2025 Test series

Referees from Italy and Georgia set to make Lions Test match debuts in historic 2025 series.
1 May 2025