How ‘stars aligned’ for the Wallaby that got away
Sione Tuipulotu has carried a chip on his shoulder since leaving Melbourne and can appreciate the symmetry now he has the chance to seal a Lions series there.
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‘Easy target’ Lynagh leans on dad, ready for round two
The Wallabies have seen the warrior within Tom Lynagh as they plot a response in Melbourne's must-win second Lions Test.
Beale to lead, Wallaby absent for historic Lions clash
Kurtley Beale will face the Lions again while a Wallabies hopeful's absence has been confirmed for the historic First Nations and Pasifika clash in Melbourne.
‘Spikes the hairs’: Eales’ words ring in Wilson’s ears
The Wallabies will clash with the Lions in a crucial first Test in Brisbane, the tone set back in January by an inspiring John Eales address.
Lions’ Gatland gun leaves lasting mark on Bronco Ben
British and Irish Lions mentor Warren Gatland has been a guiding light in the coaching of Ben Te'o, who was in the Lions side on a famous tour of New Zealand.
‘Got to be up for it’: Waugh declaration ahead of Test
With easily the worst record of the three traditional Lions' opponents, there is much at stake when the Wallabies begin the series in Brisbane.
Wallabies throw ‘psycho’ bolter to Lions for debut
A debutant Wallaby labelled a "psycho" has been tasked with filling the void left by injured ball-carrier Rob Valetini in the first Lions Test.
Business time as Farrell makes tough first Test calls
Eleven Irish players have been included in Andy Farrell's first Test team to face the Wallabies in Brisbane, but there was no room for son Owen.
‘If not now, when?’: Lynagh ready for Lions hot seat
He's played just three Tests and never started, but Tom Lynagh is the man tasked with directing traffic at No.10 to begin the Lions series.
Aussie-born Lions ‘freak’ in way of Wallaby trump card
A Wallabies star and Australian-born Lion will wage war in the midfield at Suncorp Stadium in a battle that could ignite the Lions Test series.
Wallabies skipper Harry Wilson comes full circle
Harry Wilson has reflected on a six-year Test career of highs and lows that will hit a new peak when he captains the Wallabies against the Lions.
Lions catch Wallabies napping for first Test win
A thunderous first half has propelled the British and Irish Lions to a 27-19 first Test defeat of the Wallabies in Brisbane.
Lions quest for clean sweep of brave Wallabies on track
British and Irish Lions have plenty of improvement in them, but their 27-19 win over the gallant Wallabies has them on the way to a 121-year first.
Lions brace for backlash after Lynagh baptism of fire
Lions coach Andy Farrell is wary of a Wallabies' rebound after his side did enough in the first half to take first points in Brisbane.
Son of Wallabies gun eyes Lions family history
Wallabies playmaker Tom Lynagh is jostling with his former mentor James O'Connor for a chance to make Australian rugby history and face the touring Lions.
‘Crazy stuff’: AC/DC help Wallabies power up
The Wallabies have turned to some Aussie music greats as they brace for the "crazy stuff" that will come their way in Brisbane's Lions Test series opener.
Wallaroos include another teen in World Cup build-up
Another teenager in 17-year-old Waiaria Ellis will make her Wallaroos rugby debut in a daunting Test match against New Zealand, who Australia have never beaten.
Let’s light a fire in Lions camp: AUSNZ coach
The coach of a combined Australian and New Zealand invitational team wants to put a proverbial spanner in the works of the British and Irish Lions.
Dual burning purpose fires AUSNZ against British Lions
British and Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell has summoned his son for the game against an Australian and New Zealand invitational team with two chief motivations.
Recalled playmaker looking to transfer Super success
Describing the Lions series as bigger than a World Cup, James O'Connor is vowing to share his Super success to help the Wallabies upset the touring side.
Wallabies captain unclear as coach delays Lions call
The Wallabies skipper for the Lions series hasn't been revealed with coach Joe Schmidt saying he wants to be sure the leader will be playing in the first Test.
Wallabies veteran excited for second Lions chance
James Slipper is looking to make new memories of the British and Irish Lions after saying the Wallabies let themselves down in their last Test in 2013.
Palu injury blow as Wallaroos feel Black Ferns’ force
The Wallaroos held New Zealand at bay in a promising first half before succumbing in Wellington for a 29th consecutive loss, 37-12 to their trans-Tasman rivals.
British and Irish Lions suffer injury in Test tune-up
The British and Irish Lions have a fresh injury concern from their massive win against an AUNZ invitational XI in Adelaide.
Lions coach Farrell bullish ahead of Wallabies Test
The coach of the British and Irish Lions is more than satisfied with his squad's preparation for the upcoming first Test against Australia.
Old head O’Connor an asset for Wallabies: Beale
Looking for his own slice of history against the Lions, Kurtley Beale says the Wallabies will benefit from having an older player like James O'Connor on board.
I had a target on my back: Larkham on 2001 Lions series
Ahead of the opening Test against the British and Irish Lions on Saturday, Wallabies great Stephen Larkham remembers being a target for the 2001 tourists.
‘It shits me’: Nick Farr-Jones’ nagging Lions regret
Some thirty-six years later, Wallabies legend Nick Farr-Jones has recalled the greatest regret of his celebrated rugby career.
Suaalii plays down simmering feud with Lions rival
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has done his best not to reignite the rivalry with his Lions opposite Sione Tuipulotu as the Wallabies star looks ahead to the first Test.
Overlooked lock given another chance to push Test case
Lukhan Salakaia-Loto will give Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt another reminder of his value after his selection in the historic First Nations and Pasifika squad.
Lolesio ruled out of Lions in blow for Wallabies hopes
In a huge blow for the Wallabies, playmaker Noah Lolesio will miss taking on the touring Lions after undergoing surgery following an injury against Fiji.