Scotland's Stuart Hogg & Jonny Gray are sidelined for up to six months http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland internationals Stuart Hogg and Jonny Gray both face between four and six months out with respective injuries.

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Is the second Test v New Zealand the biggest game in Lions history? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sam Warburton says Saturday's second Test is the biggest challenge of his career - and it may also be one of the most significant games in Lions history.

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Andy Farrell: Second Test is 'do or die' for Lions http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell says the second Test against the All Blacks is 'do or die'.

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All Blacks vs Lions second Test preview http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lions try to salvage series against the All Blacks in second Test

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Gareth Owen: Leicester Tigers complete deal for ex-Scarlets centre http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership side Leicester Tigers complete the signing of Gareth Owen after the Welsh centre's exit from Scarlets.

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Two South African sides in line to join Pro12 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

South African teams Cheetahs and Southern Kings are set to join an expanded Pro12 for the 2017-18 season.

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Gatland gamble full of ambition but comes at a cost - Guscott http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The British and Irish Lions may be weaker in defence for the second Test, but their attack could be something special, says Jeremy Guscott.

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Rugby coach David Simmons jailed for molesting players http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

David Simmons planted a secret camera in a shower gel bottle to film young players as they showered.

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Women's Rugby World Cup: Simon Middleton says it was 'really tough' to select squad http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England head coach Simon Middleton says it was "really tough" to select his squad for August's Women's Rugby World Cup in Ireland.

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British and Irish Lions: Former Wales fly-half Jonathan Davies questions second Test call http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jonathan Davies questions selection of Johnny Sexton and Owen Farrell together in the British and Irish Lions team to face New Zealand in the second Test.

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Women's Rugby World Cup: Sarah Hunter leads experienced England squad http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Holders England name an experienced 28-player squad, captained by Sarah Hunter, for August's Women's Rugby World Cup in Ireland.

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Ryan Grant: 2013 Lion says Scottish rugby suffering from 'lack of respect' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland and British and Irish Lions prop Ryan Grant believes Scottish rugby has been disrespected by other home unions.

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British and Irish Lions: 'Most nervous' team selection for Sam Warburton http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lions captain Sam Warburton says he faced the most nerve-wracking team selection of his career before being named in the starting XV for the second Test against New Zealand.

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British and Irish Lions: Steve Hansen & Warren Gatland play down 'hostility' claims http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand coach Steve Hansen criticises the media's coverage of Warren Gatland and says he has "a lot of respect" for the Lions coach.

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British and Irish Lions: New Zealand boss Steve Hansen has 'a lot of respect' for Lions head coach Gatland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand coach Steve Hansen plays down the war of words with Lions counterpart Warren Gatland, and insists there is no animosity between the pair.

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British and Irish Lions: George North and Robbie Henshaw ruled out of tour http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wing George North and centre Robbie Henshaw will play no further part in the British and Irish Lions tour in New Zealand.

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British and Irish Lions: We must improve our attitude, says flanker Sean O'Brien http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The British and Irish Lions must improve their attitude before the second Test against New Zealand, says flanker Sean O'Brien.

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British and Irish Lions lose Robbie Henshaw and George North to injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Robbie Henshaw and George North are ruled out of the rest of the British and Irish Lions' tour of New Zealand because of injury.

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Naholo & Lienert-Brown in for All Blacks for second Lions Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand head coach Steve Hansen makes two changes for the second Test against the British and Irish Lions in Wellington on Saturday.

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Headingley stand demolition date set http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leeds Rhinos rugby league club will play home games at the stadium as construction work takes place.

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'The biggest elation was seeing my toe wiggle' - Ed Jackson fights to walk again http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rugby player Ed Jackson broke his neck diving into a swimming pool by mistake.

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Warren Gatland: Henderson and Lawes' performances have given me 'food for thought' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Warren Gatland says Iain Henderson and Courtney Lawes' performances have given him 'food for thought' before the second Test against the All Blacks.

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'What was the point of Scotland call-ups to Lions?' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Scotland players called up late to the British and Irish Lions tour will be “wondering why they are there”, says former Lions centre Alan Tait.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: Gatland non-committal on Henderson Test hopes http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland refuses to be drawn on the likelihood of Iain Henderson being involved in Saturday's second Test against New Zealand in Wellington.

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Lawes makes case for bench role in Test - Guscott http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Courtney Lawes is in pole position to earn promotion to the Test squad as the Lions draw with the Hurricanes, says Jeremy Guscott.

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Gatland did not want to 'devalue' Lions shirt by bringing on replacements http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The furore over the 'geographical' Lions call-ups influenced the decision not to bring them on the draw with the Hurricanes, says coach Warren Gatland.

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Mark Reddish: Harlequins lock forced to retire following concussion http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harlequins lock Mark Reddish is forced to retire from rugby for medical reasons after suffering a concussion.

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British and Irish Lions: Jerome Kaino defends his style of play http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand flanker Jerome Kaino insists there was no malice or intent behind his challenge on British and Irish Lions scrum-half Conor Murray.

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Scarlets sign versatile Australian back Paul Asquith http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Pro12 champions Scarlets recruit versatile former Australia Sevens player Paul Asquith from Western Sydney Rams.

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Alex Edwards - the fan who stayed with an All Blacks family http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions fan Alex Edwards’ chance meeting with some friendly locals led to a stay at the home of two New Zealand stars.

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Preview: Hurricanes v British and Irish Lions http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Warren Gatland's midweek squad have a chance to lift British and Irish Lions morale when they face the Hurricanes in Wellington.

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'I didn't have a clue' - Lions fan sleeps on All Blacks' couch http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Alex Edwards was invited to stay by the mother of New Zealand rugby stars Rieko and Akira Ioane.

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Gatland comments desperate - All Blacks coach Hansen http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lions coach Warren Gatland's criticism of New Zealand's treatment of Conor Murray are "desperate", says All Blacks boss Steve Hansen.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: Jonathan Davies wants 'clinical' finishing http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Centre Jonathan Davies says the British and Irish Lions must improve their finishing and discipline in the second Test against New Zealand.

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Ross Ford's 110th cap: Chris Paterson thrilled for new record holder http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Chris Paterson is "delighted" that Ross Ford has surpassed his record of appearances for Scotland.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: Change tactics, not personnel - Sir Clive Woodward http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The British and Irish Lions are totally beatable in the second Test against New Zealand, says Sir Clive Woodward.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: Rory Best to captain Lions against Hurricanes http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rory Best will captain the British and Irish Lions for the team's next game against the Hurricanes on Tuesday.

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Jeremy Guscott column: The Lions had the chances, the All Blacks had the class http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The British and Irish Lions could have won, but All Blacks skill ensures no 'what-could-have-beens', says Lions great Jeremy Guscott.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: Gatland highlights Williams' 'mixed' performance http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lions coach Warren Gatland says Liam Williams would assess his performance in their first Test defeat by New Zealand as "mixed".

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New Zealand 30-15 Lions: Tourists need to be more physical - Warren Gatland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Te British and Irish Lions need to be "more physical" after Saturday's opening Test defeat to New Zealand, says Lions head coach Warren Gatland.

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We'll learn the lessons of Fiji loss - Barclay http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

In his last column chronicling Scotland's summer tour, captain John Barclay admits his side did not show "maturity" in the 27-22 loss to Fiji.

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New Zealand 30-15 British and Irish Lions: World champions rise to land knockout blow http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

For a moment, the Lions seemed to have New Zealand on the ropes - but then reality overcame hype, writes Tom Fordyce.

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British and Irish Lions: Elliot Daly says Lions will need to be more clinical http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions winger Elliot Daly says his side will need to be more clinical if they are to turn around a 1-0 deficit in the Test series in New Zealand.

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New Zealand 30-15 British and Irish Lions: Gatland rues errors in loss http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland says his side will try and cut out the errors that cost them a win against New Zealand in the first Test of the series.

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Fiji 27-22 Scotland: Scots well below best, says Gregor Townsend http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gregor Townsend says Scotland did not reach the level they produced to beat Australia as they slipped to defeat by Fiji in Suva.

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Scotland undone by brilliant Fiji in Suva http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland are outgunned by an inspired Fiji as Gregor Townsend's men end their summer tour with defeat in Suva.

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British and Irish Lions: 'We didn't expect Liam to start' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Liam Williams' parents and partner did not expect him to be picked to start for the Lions against New Zealand on Saturday.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: Defeat would be pretty bad - NZ's Kieran Read http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand cannot afford defeat against the British and Irish Lions in Saturday's first Test, says captain Kieran Read.

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Preview: New Zealand v British and Irish Lions (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news, analysis, comment, stats and social media for the British and Irish Lions' first Test against New Zealand on Saturday.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: All Blacks supporters welcome Lions fans into their homes http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

With many Lions fans struggling for accommodation, some people in Auckland have opened up their homes before the first Test.

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Scotland target tour-ending win in Fiji http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

After victories over Italy and Australia, Scotland face Fiji knowing a win is vital to maintain the feel-good factor.

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Itoje in, Jones out - your Lions XI http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leigh Halfpenny or Liam Williams? Alun Wyn Jones or Maro Itoje? Owen Farrell or Johnny Sexton? BBC Sport users have had their say.

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Highlights: Samoa 17-19 Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch BBC Scrum V's highlights as Wales end their summer tour with a 19-17 win in Samoa.

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Wales rugby: Team overcame sickness bug to beat Samoa, McBryde reveals http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales coach Robin McBryde says his players overcame a sickness bug in beating Samoa 19-17 in Apia.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: My son leading the Lions is 'mind boggling' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Peter O'Mahony's proud father John says it "beggars belief" that his son will captain the Lions in Saturday's first Test against New Zealand.

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British and Irish Lions: Rob Howley 'disappointed' after tour manager accosted http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions assistant coach Rob Howley says it is "disappointing" after tour manager John Spencer said he was accosted.

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New Zealand’s Rotorua Boys High School predict an All Black whitewash of the Lions. http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Meet New Zealand's Rotorua High School pupils - who predict an All Blacks whitewash of the British & Irish Lions.

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Jeremy Guscott column: Do the Lions have the magic formula to beat All Blacks? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The British and Irish Lions, armed with a clinical attacking edge, are good enough to beat the All Blacks, says Lions great Jeremy Guscott.

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British and Irish Lions: All Black Sam Cane plays down Richie McCaw link http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Flanker Sam Cane says he is eager to "carve his own path" in the iconic New Zealand number seven shirt that was worn by Richie McCaw.

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O'Mahony has 'sense of perspective' - O'Connell http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lions Test captain Peter O'Mahony will have a 'sense of perspective' after two tough seasons, says Paul O'Connell.

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Samoa v Wales (Fri) - preview, videos & stats http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview as an inexperienced Wales team take on Samoa in Apia on Friday (07:30 BST).

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O'Mahony hopes mentor Foley would have been proud http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Peter O'Mahony hopes the late Anthony Foley would have been proud to see him lead the British and Irish Lions in New Zealand.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: Pick your Lions Test team to face the All Blacks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Who would you have as captain? Who is your fly-half? Who makes your second row? Pick your British and Irish Lions Test team to face the mighty All Blacks.

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Treadwell and Tracy to make first Ireland starts http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lock Kieran Treadwell and hooker James Tracy will make their first starts for Ireland in Saturday's second Test against Japan.

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Lions captain O'Mahony's sliding doors moment http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

How Peter O'Mahony has gone from Ireland replacement to captaining the British and Irish Lions against New Zealand on Saturday.

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British and Irish Lions: Warren Gatland wants to end 'trash talk' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland wants to end the "trash talk" in the build-up to Saturday's first Test in New Zealand.

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Ford to become Scotland's record cap holder http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland hooker Ross Ford will earn his 110th cap on Saturday as the Scots conclude their summer tour against Fiji.

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O'Mahony to captain Lions against New Zealand http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Flanker Peter O'Mahony is named British and Irish Lions captain for the first Test against New Zealand on Saturday.

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Read to captain New Zealand in first Lions Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Number eight Kieran Read returns from injury to captain New Zealand in the first Test against the Lions in Auckland on Saturday.

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Wales summer tour: Tyler Morgan has great opportunity - Roberts http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales captain Jamie Roberts says new centre partner Tyler Morgan has impressed in training for Friday's Test against Samoa.

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Francis Saili: Harlequins sign Munster and former All Blacks centre http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership club Harlequins sign Munster and former New Zealand centre Francis Saili on a "long-term" contract.

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Rory Thornton: Ospreys lock eager for Wales debut against Samoa http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lock Rory Thornton says he is "champing at the bit" ahead of winning his first Wales cap against Samoa.

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James Phillips: Bath sign Bristol forward on one-year deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership club Bath sign versatile forward James Phillips from relegated rivals Bristol on a one-year contract.

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Mixed ability team Llanelli Warriors enjoying tour of New Zealand http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

It is not just the British and Irish Lions embarking on a tour of New Zealand. Meet the Llanelli Warriors, a mixed ability rugby team.

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North has one Test to perform - Kirwan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

George North should start the Lions first Test against New Zealand, but it may be his only chance, says All Blacks great John Kirwan.

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Statue should be holding a beer - All Black legend Meads http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

All Black legend Sir Colin Meads unveils his statue in home town of Te Kuiti in New Zealand - something he initially thought was a "ridiculous idea".

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Wales rugby tour: McBryde drops Williams against Samoa http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales tour coach Robin McBryde names one new cap in Rory Thornton, but drops centre Scott Williams to face Samoa in Apia on Friday.

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Newport Gwent Dragons' name changed to Dragons http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newport Gwent Dragons' name is changed to Dragons following their takeover by the Welsh Rugby Union.

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JP Pietersen: South Africa winger leaves Leicester Tigers for Toulon http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

South Africa winger JP Pietersen is leaving Leicester Tigers after one season at Welford Road to join Toulon.

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Denny Solomona: Sale Sharks 'right' to sign Castleford winger, says Steve Diamond http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale boss Steve Diamond says they were justified in signing Denny Solomona but Castleford believe the legal saga could happen again.

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British and Irish Lions: Warren Gatland says he is expecting a tough selection meeting ahead of the first test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland says there is a difference of opinion in performances, but that he is pleased with the squad so far, in the tour of New Zealand.

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Dragons: New boss Jackman wants them to be 'best in Wales' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Dragons head coach Jackman wants his region to become the best in Wales after taking over at Rodney Parade.

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Blemish-free Daly edges battle for Test consideration - Guscott http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A combination of versatility, ability and rivals' errors puts Elliot Daly ahead for Test squad selection, says Lions great Jeremy Guscott.

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Gareth Owen: Leicester Tigers to sign centre after Scarlets departure http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester Tigers are set to sign Gareth Owen after the centre was released from his contract by Scarlets.

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Peter O'Mahony ready to lead Lions, says Munster team-mate CJ Stander http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

CJ Stander says his Munster team-mate Peter O'Mahony is ready to captain the British and Irish Lions against New Zealand on Saturday.

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British and Irish Lions: Rory Best says win over Chiefs helps boost momentum for first Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rory Best says the Lions are well set for Saturday's first Test against New Zealand after captaining the midweek side to a 34-6 win over the Chiefs.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: Peter O'Mahony 'ready to step up' against All Blacks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Peter O'Mahony will "make the Lions proud" if he skippers the team in the first Test against New Zealand, says CJ Stander.

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Ex-Scotland international Weir reveals MND diagnosis http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Scotland international Doddie Weir is diagnosed with motor neurone disease.

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Wales: McBryde is wary of wounded Samoa in Apia after NZ hammering http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Coach Robin McBryde expects his Wales side to come up against a wounded Samoa in Apia on Friday.

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Paul Doran-Jones: Wasps sign Gloucester prop, while Tom Bristow exits the club http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wasps sign Gloucester's Paul Doran-Jones and fellow prop David Langley from Cambridge, while Tom Bristow exits the club.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: Captain Rory Best out to make amends http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rory Best wants to set the record straight against the Chiefs on Tuesday after the Lions were defeated the last time he captained them.

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Women's Sports Week: 'We're preparing to win the World Cup' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland rugby union captain Niamh Briggs on the opportunity hosting the World Cup provides to grow the game.

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'Time for the midweek team to deliver' - Chiefs v Lions preview http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Lions face the Chiefs on Tuesday and, while Warren Gatland is protecting his Test 23, the coach says players can still force their way into his plans.

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Samoa v Wales: Centre Kieron Fonotia wary of fly-half Sam Davies threat http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Centre Kieron Fonotia warns his Samoa team-mates that Ospreys colleague Sam Davies is Wales' chief threat ahead of their Test in Apia.

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The Lions tour of '59 - no coach, 33 games, 30-plus flights http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rothmans cigarettes, no coach, and battling the All Blacks - 80-year-old Ken Scotland recalls the swashbuckling Lions of 1959.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: Andy Farrell wary of defence penalties http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The British and Irish Lions could be penalised in defence in the Test series against New Zealand, assistant coach Andy Farrell warns.

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'Mischief personified' and 'loyal to the end' - the making of Lions coach Gatland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

As Lions coach Warren Gatland returns to Hamilton, BBC Radio 5 live's Chris Jones finds out how the city shaped the New Zealander's future.

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England thrashed by New Zealand in World U20 final http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England suffer a heavy 64-17 defeat by New Zealand in the final of the World Under-20 Championship in Georgia.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: Backs support play 'frustrates' wing great Shane Williams http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales wing great Shane Williams says the British and Irish Lions need to be more clinical in attack if they are to beat New Zealand.

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World Rugby Under-20 Championship: Scotland beat Australia to finish fifth http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland beat Australia to secure their highest-ever placing at the World Rugby Under-20 Championship.

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Scotland release Alex Dunbar and Magnus Bradbury before Fiji Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend streamlines his pool of players for next weekend's Test with Fiji in Suva.

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England's whitewash of Argentina increases Eddie Jones options http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England head coach Eddie Jones says the series whitewash of Argentina has given him 61 players to get into a 45-man squad.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: Warren Gatland's late call-ups make bench for Chiefs http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The six controversial Lions call-ups are all named among the replacements for Tuesday's match against the Chiefs in Waikato.

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British and Irish Lions: Gatland has devalued the jersey - Jeremy Guscott http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jeremy Guscott, Brian Moore and Ugo Monye criticise Warren Gatland's decision to call up six Wales and Scotland players to the British and Irish Lions squad for logistical reasons.

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England profited from Argentina mistakes - Eddie Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England head coach Eddie Jones praises his side's ability to punish Argentina's mistakes to wrap up a 2-0 series win with a 35-25 victory.

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England beat Argentina with thrilling 35-25 win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch all seven tries as England beat Argentina 35-25 in Santa Fe to complete a 2-0 series win.

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Argentina v England: Brown interception sets up brilliant England try http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Mike Brown makes a "majestic" interception and picks out Piers Francis who scores his first international try to give England a 18-13 lead in Santa Fe.

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Australia win shows there is more to Scotland than bravery - Barclay http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland should be recognised for skill and not just bravery after a famous win over Australia, captain John Barclay says,

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Lions can be better than 2013 team - Conor Murray http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The current British and Irish Lions team could turn out to be better than their 2013 counterparts, says scrum-half Conor Murray.

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Guscott on why O'Brien should get nod over tour captain Warburton http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sean O'Brien should keep his spot ahead of Sam Warburton for the first Test against the All Blacks, says Lions great Jeremy Guscott.

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'I'll do whatever it takes to win series' - Gatland defends call-ups http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lions coach Warren Gatland defends calling up six Wales and Scotland players for logistical reasons - but accepts it could devalue the shirt.

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British and Irish Lions: 'All Blacks coach Steven Hansen is worried' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lions head coach Warren Gatland believes his All Blacks counterpart Steve Hansen is "a little bit worried" going into the Test series.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: Scots duo Finn Russell & Allan Dell's delight at call-ups http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland fly-half Finn Russell and prop Allan Dell react to their late call-ups to the British and Irish Lions squad.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: Steve Hansen is worried - Warren Gatland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lions boss Warren Gatland, speaking after their 32-10 victory against the Maori All Blacks, says comments from Steve Hansen show the New Zealand coach is "worried".

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Australia 19-24 Scotland: 'Proud day' for Scots against Wallabies http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gregor Townsend says Scotland "put away those frustrations" of recent defeats by Australia with the 24-19 win over the Wallabies.

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England win in New Zealand to finish series unbeaten http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England beat New Zealand 29-21 in Rotorua to finish the International Women's Rugby Series unbeaten.

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Scotland beat Australia in Sydney to go fourth in world http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland move up to fourth in the world rankings after a fabulous 24-19 victory over Australia in Sydney.

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Call up Lions on merit, not geography, Jones tells Gatland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Warren Gatland should add players to the British and Irish Lions squad solely on merit, England head coach Eddie Jones says.

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Sale & Castleford reach Solomona settlement http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Castleford Tigers accept a compensation payment "in excess of £200,000" for the transfer of Denny Solomona to Sale Sharks.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: Warren Gatland running out of time - Steve Hansen http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lions coach Warren Gatland is running out of time to change style before the first Test, says New Zealand boss Steve Hansen.

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‘Scotland win would rival any of Townsend’s achievements’ http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

With seven players out and an inexperienced back three, beating Australia 'would be a mean feat' for Scotland, says Tom English.

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All Blacks warm up for Lions with 12-try win over Samoa http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand score 12 tries as they thrash Samoa in a one-off match before their series against the British and Irish Lions.

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Lions poised to call up at least five new players http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Warren Gatland is set to call up at least five players to bolster his British and Irish Lions squad before the first Test in New Zealand.

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British and Irish Lions: The tale of the forgotten New Zealand match http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

On Saturday, the British and Irish Lions will re-enact a forgotten match from more than a century ago.

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Sexton 'has mojo back' as he steps up in crunch Maori game http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Owen Farrell's injury overshadows the build up to the British and Irish Lions' biggest match of the tour so far against Maori All Blacks.

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British and Irish Lions: Jonathan Davies looks forward to Ben Te'o link-up http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lions centre Jonathan Davies has recovered from a head injury and is relishing a midfield partnership with Ben Te'o.

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Test match: Wales v Tonga (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales take on Tonga at Auckland's Eden Park in the first of their two-Test summer tour with three uncapped players in the starting side.

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Argentina v England: Chris Robshaw returns while Sam Underhill to make debut http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Chris Robshaw returns to the England team to face Argentina in Saturday's second Test while Sam Underhill will make his debut.

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Our team to face Australia is stronger than last week's - Townsend http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend looks back on past meetings with Australia before Saturday's Test against the Wallabies.

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Elia Elia: Harlequins hooker signs new contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harlequins' Samoa international hooker Elia Elia signs a new contract with the Premiership club.

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Scotland's only female pro Konkel moves to France http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland back-row Jade Konkel is to play in the French Top 8 next season with Lille Metropole Rugby Club Villeneuvois.

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Scrum-half McGrath gets first Irish start http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leinster's Luke McGrath is named at scrum-half and will make his first start for Ireland in Saturday's Test against Japan.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: Johnny Sexton starts against Maori All Blacks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Johnny Sexton is preferred to Owen Farrell at fly-half for Saturday's British and Irish Lions' match with the Maori All Blacks in Rotorua.

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Wales summer tour: Robin McBryde offers no promises of caps http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Coach Robin McBryde says players omitted from Wales' Test against Tonga have not been promised a game against Samoa.

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'He turned up at the airport with his driving licence' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

He may be Scotland's joker in the pack, but back-row Ryan Wilson is confident his side can topple Australia in Sydney on Saturday.

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Barrett trio named in All Blacks squad to face Samoa http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand coach Steve Hansen picks all three Barrett brothers in the squad to face Samoa - a first for the All Blacks.

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Davies and Moriarty back in Lions training http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jonathan Davies and Ross Moriarty could return from injury in time for the British and Irish Lions' match against the Maori All Blacks on Saturday.

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Paul van Zandvliet: Former Newcastle Falcons prop dies of cancer aged 50 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Newcastle prop Paul van Zandvliet has died of cancer at the age of 50.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: Sam Warburton happy with form http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Captain Sam Warburton insists he is happy with his form and fitness after the British and Irish Lions lost to the Highlanders.

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Care excited by 'different breed' of England youngsters http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scrum-half Danny Care believes the "mindset" of England's new crop of young players will deliver a "brilliant" future for the national side.

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Female referee Davidson breaks new ground http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Hollie Davidson is enjoying developing her fitness, game sense and interpersonal skills as Scottish rugby's first female professional referee.

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British and Irish Lions shot themselves in the foot - Gatland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lions coach Warren Gatland says his side "shot themselves in the foot" after a concession of late penalties led to their 23-22 defeat by the Highlanders in Dunedin.

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World Rugby Championship: England Under-20s beat South Africa to reach final http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Captain Zach Mercer scores a late converted try to send England Under-20s into the World Rugby Championship final.

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Payne falls short in audition for Lions Test shirt - Guscott http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leigh Halfpenny is looking locked on for the Lions Test full-back role, says Lions great Jeremy Guscott.

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Carl Fearns: Gloucester signing to remain at Lyon http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gloucester confirm Carl Fearns will remain with Lyon, despite signing a deal to move to the Premiership this summer.

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Robbie Henshaw left "extremely frustrated" as he again ends on losing side for Lions http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Robbie Henshaw says the British & Irish Lions must become more ruthless after losing from a winning position against the Highlanders.

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'We've all got to learn' - Gatland frets over scrum officiating http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lions head coach Warren Gatland says his side must resolve their scrummaging issues, following Tuesday's loss to the Highlanders.

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Pro12: Competition facing an uncertain future in current guise http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

It would appear that the only certainty on the future of the Pro12 is that the Pro12 faces an uncertain future.

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Ruan Pienaar completes move from Ulster to Montpellier http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

South African scrum-half Ruan Pienaar signs a three-year contract with French Top 14 side Montpellier after leaving Ulster.

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Wales rugby tour: Williams warns Wales for Tonga Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Assistant tour coach Gareth Williams says Wales must avoid playing a loose sevens style game against Tonga at Eden Park on Friday.

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Ankle injury rules Joey Carbery out of Ireland's games in Japan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leinster fly-half Joey Carbery is ruled out of Ireland's two Tests in Japan because of an ankle injury.

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Barclay backs Hogg for Lions return in 2021 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland captain John Barclay is sure injured Stuart Hogg will get the chance to tour again with the British and Irish Lions.

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British and Irish Lions: Tourists need to press their Test claims against Highlanders http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Lions players need to continue to build momentum and push their individual Test claims when they take on the Highlanders on Tuesday.

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Newport Gwent Dragons: Bernard Jackman announced by WRU as new coach http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Welsh Rugby Union names former Ireland hooker Bernard Jackman as the new Newport Gwent Dragons head coach, replacing Kingsley Jones.

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James Horwill: Harlequins name new captain to replace Danny Care http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership club Harlequins name Australia's James Horwill as their new captain, replacing scrum-half Danny Care.

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Scotland's Nel feared for career after injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Edinburgh and Scotland prop WP Nel is relishing what he believes is a second chance in his rugby career after a serious injury.

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Wales prop Smith ready for challenge of Tonga http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Prop Nicky Smith wants to make up for a disappointing Six Nations campaign when Wales play Tonga and Samoa in June.

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Steve Hansen: New Zealand coach's record 'may never be bettered' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Steve Hansen's record as New Zealand head coach may never be improved upon, according to the man who appointed him.

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British and Irish Lions: Sam Warburton admits place under threat for first Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton says he must prove he merits a place against New Zealand or miss out on the first Test.

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British and Irish Lions: 'I'd rather be a lock in Wales sometimes,' jokes Biggar http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Dan Biggar jokes that the status of fly-halves in Wales means there are times when he would prefer to have been a lock.

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British and Irish Lions: Stuart Hogg to have cheek injury assessed http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland full-back Stuart Hogg is to see a specialist after picking up a facial injury on British and Irish Lions duty.

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England Women: Sarah Hunter will captain side for Test against Canada in Christchurch http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Number eight Sarah Hunter will captain England women for their Test against Canada in Christchurch on Tuesday.

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Farrell & Sexton ahead of me in Lions fly-half battle - Biggar http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Dan Biggar says Irish Lions fly-half rivals Owen Farrell and Johnny Sexton deserve to be a "fraction" ahead of him as Test picks.

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British and Irish Lions: Sam Warburton will captain side against Highlanders http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Tour captain Sam Warburton will skipper the British and Irish Lions in Tuesday's match against the Highlanders in Dunedin.

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Argentina 34-38 England: England beat Argentina in gripping Test opener http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Relive the action from an eight try thriller as Denny Solomona's dazzling solo try saw a much-changed England edge to a 38-34 victory in an epic encounter against Argentina.

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Argentina 34-38 England: Denny Solomona scores late winning try http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Debutant Denny Solomona scores a late try to help England secure a 38-34 thrilling win over Argentina in the first Test in San Juan.

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Italy 13-34 Scotland: Scots' intent was clear - Barclay http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland captain John Barclay reflects on his side's 34-13 win over Italy in Singapore with the BBC's Alasdair Lamont.

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Italy 13-34 Scotland: Five metres seems to be my distance, jokes Ford http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ross Ford savours his two tries in Scotland's 34-13 win over Italy, having only previously got two tries in 107 caps.

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Highlights: Scotland beat Italy in Townsend's first match http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland run in five tries in Gregor Townsend's first match in charge as they overcome Italy in Singapore.

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Italy 13-34 Scotland: Gregor Townsend delight at opening win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gregor Townsend describes himself as "very pleased" after recording victory over Italy in his first match in charge of Scotland.

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Scotland 'not perfect' but Gregor Townsend happy at win over Italy http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gregor Townsend finds many reasons to be satisfied as Scotland beat Italy 34-13 in Singapore in his first match as head coach.

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British and Irish Lions: Gatland hits back at Brooke over Faletau http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lions coach Warren Gatland says Taulupe Faletau proved Zinzan Brooke wrong with his efforts in their win against Crusaders.

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British & Irish Lions: Gatland relieved after "tough" and "challenging" week http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British & Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland says his side's 12-3 win over Crusaders shows the "quality" in his squad and will boost team morale after a "tough" and "challenging" week.

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Scotland start Townsend era with fine win over Italy http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ross Ford crosses twice as Scotland mark Gregor Townsend's first match in charge with a five-try victory over Italy in Singapore.

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British and Irish Lions: Warren Gatland says players had to stay strong http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland says his players had to 'keep the faith' for Saturday's key win over the Crusaders.

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Tadhg Furlong: I'll keep this shirt for rest of my life, says Lions debutant http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Tadhg Furlong says he will keep his British and Irish Lions number three shirt forever after making his debut for them.

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British and Irish Lions: Farrell and Sexton? I'm not convinced - Guscott http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

If the All Blacks are opposite Owen Farrell and Johnnie Sexton, they will think all their Christmases have come at once, says Jeremy Guscott.

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British and Irish Lions: Davies and Hogg injury worries http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Lions have fresh injury worries over centre Jonathan Davies and full-back Stuart Hogg after blows suffered against Crusaders.

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A Lions Tale: Fly-half legend Phil Bennett joins Flats and Shanks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lions legend Phil Bennett recalls his memories of tours and great players of the past in conversation with Flats and Shanks.

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British and Irish Lions tour: Time to kick on, says George North http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

It is time for the British and Irish Lions to "kick on", says wing George North before they meet Crusaders on Saturday.

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Scotland v Italy: Speed is the key for new-look Scots, says skipper John Barclay http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC Scotland's Tom English talks to captain John Barclay as Scotland prepare to face Italy in their first match under Gregor Townsend.

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Scotland's John Barclay eyes fast show against Italy in Singapore http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland captain John Barclay talks about facing in testing conditions in Singapore, playing fast rugby and why he enjoys going on tour.

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Farrell starts as limping Lions take on in-form Crusaders http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

After losing to the Blues in midweek the Lions - desperate to find some form and with Owen Farrell starting at 10 - take on the mighty Crusaders.

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Conor Murray 'excited' by Owen Farrell half-back partnership in Lions game http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Conor Murray says the chance to partner Owen Farrell at half-back in the British and Irish Lions' game on Saturday is "really exciting for me".

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Argentina v England: Tom Curry among four Test debutants in Eddie Jones' team http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Teenager Tom Curry is among four Test debutants named in England's starting XV for their tour opener against Argentina.

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Ugo Monye picks his top three Lions after they were beaten by the Blues in in Auckland. http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former England and Lions winger Ugo Monye picks his top three performers from the second match of the tour.

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England Women v Australia: Katy Mclean given Red Roses captaincy http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Katy Mclean will lead England for the first time since their World Cup win in 2015, when they face Australia on Friday.

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Jacob Stockdale to make Ireland debut against the USA Eagles in New Jersey http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster wing Jacob Stockdale is handed an Ireland debut for Saturday's game against the USA Eagles in New Jersey.

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Wales rugby summer tour: Five good reasons to be selected http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales, hit by injuries and British and Irish Lions call-ups, face Samoa and Tonga this month. History shows it is a chance to make a mark.

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British and Irish Lions: Payne has 'skinniest calves in world rugby' - Gatland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland jokes about Jared Payne's calves after the centre suffered another injury in Wednesday's defeat by the Blues.

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British and Irish Lions: Lions scrum-half Murray eager to impress http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lions scrum-half Conor Murray hopes to produce an eye-catching performance against Crusaders on Saturday as the tourists aim to bounce back from the defeat by the Blues.

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Champions Cup: Saracens face Clermont in repeat of final http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens will face Clermont Auvergne in Pool 2 of next season's Champions Cup, the team they beat in last month's final

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European Challenge Cup: Edinburgh and London Irish face Stade Francais http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Edinburgh and London Irish are to meet holders Stade Francais in the Pool stage of next season's European Challenge Cup.

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'People forget we are human' - NZ wing Guildford on battling alcohol problems to resurrect career http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand World Cup winner Zac Guildford is trying to rebuild his career after years battling drink problems following the death of his dad.

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Glasgow Warriors: Sale Sharks signing Josh Strauss has 'no hard feelings' after exit http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland forward Josh Strauss is sad not to have been offered a new Glasgow Warriors deal but is relishing his Sale Sharks challenge.

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Scotland's Josh Strauss eyes winning start for Gregor Townsend http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Josh Strauss says the Scotland squad are keen to give Gregor Townsend a winning start as coach against Italy on Saturday.

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Lions must stop 'monster' Sonny Bill Williams - Rhys Webb http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales scrum-half Rhys Webb says the British and Irish Lions must stop New Zealand centre Sonny Bill Williams to beat the All Blacks.

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British and Irish Lions: Super Rugby sides 'close to All Blacks' - Gatland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lions boss Warren Gatland says the standard of the Super Rugby sides rivals the All Blacks, after the 22-16 defeat by the Blues.

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Gatand: 'Not a lot of difference' between Super Rugby sides and All Blacks' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland says there is 'not a lot of difference between Super Rugby sides and the All Blacks'

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Blues defeat can be pivotal moment on tour for Lions - Guscott http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Nobody ever thought the 2017 Lions would go undefeated, now they must show what they are made of, says Lions great Jeremy Guscott.

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British and Irish Lions: Warren Gatland confident over Dan Biggar head injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lions coach Warren Gatland is confident fly-half Dan Biggar will make a quick recovery despite failing a head injury assessment.

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British and Irish Lions gameplan 'in infancy' as tourists prepare for Blues encounter http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The British and Irish Lions will face their first Super Rugby opposition in the shape of Tana Umaga's Blues on Wednesday.

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All Blacks hooker Dane Coles a doubt for British and Irish Lions series http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand hooker Dane Coles could miss the entirety of the series against the British and Irish Lions as he struggles with concussion.

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Worcester Warriors: Ex-London Broncos CEO to replace departing Jim O'Toole http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester chief executive Jim O'Toole is to step down, with Gus Mackay replacing him in a managing director's role.

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British and Irish Lions squad have a minute's silence after terror attacks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The British and Irish Lions squad have a minute's silence in Auckland in memory of the victims of Saturday's London terror attack.

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Sonny Bill Williams: New Zealand's humble superstar facing the Lions http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand's Sonny Bill Williams aims to add a series win over the Lions to a list of multiple sporting achievements.

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Geoff Parling: Exeter Chiefs and England lock to join Melbourne Rebels http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter Chiefs and England lock Geoff Parling agrees a deal to play for Super Rugby side Melbourne Rebels in the 2018 season.

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Gatland sending wrong message to Lions players - O'Sullivan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland is sending out the wrong message to his players, says former Lions assistant Eddie O'Sullivan.

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British and Irish Lions: Warren Gatland gets spikey over 'Warrenball' question http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland is irritated when a journalist asks if he plans to expand his direct style of play known as "Warrenball'.

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Angry Gatland hits out at critics of Lions style http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland reacts angrily to criticism of his style of play and suggests critics have been "jealous" of his success.

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London Irish sign Manasa Saulo, Teofilo Paulo and Jake Schatz http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newly-promoted Premiership club London Irish sign Manasa Saulo, Teofilo Paulo and Jake Schatz

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British and Irish Lions: Warren Gatland praise for Irish duo Jared Payne and Rob Henshaw http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland praises Jared Payne and Rob Henshaw after selecting the Ireland pair in the team to face the Blues on Wednesday.

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British and Irish Lions: Payne 'buzzing' for game against former side http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions centre Jared Payne says he cannot wait to run out against his former side the Blues in Auckland on Wednesday.

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Lions captain Warburton: 'Our thoughts with those back home' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions rugby captain Sam Warburton sends wishes to terror victims from New Zealand.

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World Rugby Under-20s: England 34-22 Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England Under-20s prove to powerful for their Welsh counterparts in World Rugby's Junior Championship in Georgia.

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British and Irish Lions tour: Tourists receive 'fantastic' Maori welcome http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The British and Irish Lions receive a traditional Maori welcome at Waitangi Gardens. "It's fantastic" says captain Sam Warburton.

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British and Irish Lions: Wales hooker Ken Owens captains side against Blues http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales hooker Ken Owens will captain the British and Irish Lions in the second match of their New Zealand tour on Wednesday.

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British and Irish Lions can't use jet lag excuse again - Ian Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The British and Irish Lions can only use the jet lag excuse once, according to All Blacks great Ian Jones.

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British and Irish Lions: Greig Laidlaw targets a second start after winning debut http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Greig Laidlaw hopes to hold on to a starting slot after making his British and Lions debut in the win over Provincial Barbarians.

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British and Irish Lions 2017: Taulupe Faletau happy to take fatherly advice http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Number eight Taulupe Faletau says the only opinion he values outside of the British and Irish Lions camp comes from his father.

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Guscott: Advantage Farrell in Lions fly-half race http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Owen Farrell has edged ahead of Johnny Sexton in the race to be the Lions' Test fly-half, says legend Jeremy Guscott.

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WRU chief Martyn Phillips eyes Wales A return in 2016-17 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

WRU chief executive Martyn Phillips expects Wales A to return during the 2017-18 season - they last played in 2002.

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Jetlagged British and Irish Lions will improve after narrow opening win - Gatland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions boss Warren Gatland says jetlag was a factor in his side's lethargic display in the win over Provincial Barbarians.

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British and Irish Lions: It was a tough test - Warren Gatland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland says his side's 13-7 win over the Provincial Barbarians was "very tough".

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Labouring Lions 'groggy' says Iain Henderson http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Iain Henderson says some of the British and Irish Lions were "still a bit groggy" after their long flight to New Zealand.

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Wales thrash RGC 1404 in warm-up http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales warm up for their two-Test summer tour with a 14-try victory over Welsh Premiership side RGC 1404 in Colwyn Bay.

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France legend Dusautoir scores with final kick of his career http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former France skipper Thierry Dusautoir pulls the curtain down on his rugby career by landing a conversion for the Barbarians against Ulster.

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Matt Dawson and Andrew Mehrtens fear the haka has been commercialised http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former England scrum-half Matt Dawson does not believe the Lions will be intimidated by the haka on their tour of New Zealand.

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London Irish sign Napolioni Nalaga, Luke McLean, Petrus Du Plessis & Saia Fainga'a http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newly-promoted Premiership side London Irish sign Napolioni Nalaga, Luke McLean, Petrus Du Plessis and Saia Fainga’a.

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Shaun Edwards: 'North Wales makes me smile and that's very unusual' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales defence coach Shaun Edwards reveals going to north Wales always makes him smile, which he says is "unusual" for him.

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Gatland Jr faces Lions in opener the tourists must win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news, analysis, stats and social media as the British and Irish Lions prepare to begin their tour of New Zealand against the Provincial Barbarians.

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Highlights as the Barbarians fight back from 14-0 down to beat Ulster 43-28 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Highlights as the Barbarians fight back from 14-0 down early on to earn a deserved 43-28 victory over Ulster at Kingspan Stadium.

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Newport Gwent Dragons: WRU takeover positive, says Cory Hill http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales lock Cory Hill says the Welsh Rugby Union's takeover of Newport Gwent Dragons will allow the region to "go forward".

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British and Irish Lions: Injured Jared Payne out of opening tour match http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jared Payne pulls out of the opening fixture of the British and Irish Lions tour of New Zealand because of a calf strain.

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London Irish sign Gordon Reid, Ben Meehan and Lasha Lomidze following promotion http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish sign prop Gordon Reid, scrum-half Ben Meehan and forward Lasha Lomidze following their promotion to the Premiership.

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Sione Kalamafoni, Dominic Ryan, Joe Ford and Jonah Holmes join Leicester Tigers http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester Tigers sign Sione Kalamafoni from Gloucester, one of four new signings at Welford Road.

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Irish Rugby chief Philip Browne insists 2023 Rugby World Cup remains on track http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

IRFU chief Philip Browne says Ireland's 2023 Rugby World Cup bid is financially secure despite the news government legislation is needed.

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Solomona expected to be fit for England tour http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale Sharks winger Denny Solomona is "expected to be fit" for England's tour to Argentina, says head coach Eddie Jones.

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Alun Wyn Jones: Lions choir practice harder than learning line-out calls http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lock Alun Wyn Jones says British and Irish Lions choir practice is harder than learning new line-outs.

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South African team invited to join Pro12 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Cheetahs, based in Bloemfontein, South Africa, have received a formal invitation to join the Pro12 league.

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Tom Johnson: Ex-England and Exeter Chiefs forward retires http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former England international Tom Johnson retires after spending 10 years with Premiership champions Exeter Chiefs.

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British and Irish Lions: Warren Gatland says every player has a 'chance' to play in Tests http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland says every player has the "opportunity" to prove themselves before the Test team is selected.

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British and Irish Lions: Iain Henderson Lions debut excites skipper Sam Warburton http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Skipper Sam Warburton is excited by the combination of Iain Henderson and Alun Wyn Jones for the first match of the British and Irish Lions tour in New Zealand.

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'He lost half the team on day one' - Gatland will not repeat Henry's 2001 mistake http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland says he will not repeat the mistakes of his predecessor Graham Henry by splitting the squad early in the tour.

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