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.
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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.
‘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.
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.
‘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.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Injury-hit Lions battle to win over weakened Brumbies
Joe Schmidt will take plenty of positives after a Brumbies side missing key players put up a good fight but ultimately fell 36-24 to the star-studded Lions.
Lolesio’s substitute can shine: Wallabies great Giteau
While disappointed injured Noah Lolesio will miss facing the Lions, Test great Matt Giteau says another Wallabies playmaker is ready to take his opportunity.
‘People were worried’: How Joe Schmidt saved Lions tour
The ACT Brumbies and a resurgent Wallabies side pose a serious threat to the British and Irish Lions as they enter the pointy end of their Australian tour.
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.
Trans-Tasman foes turn friends to tackle touring Lions
Waratahs flyhalf Tane Edmed says he's soaking up a rare chance to link with New Zealand players to face the Lions, as the trans-Tasman foes look to build bonds.
Mate vs mate: Canberra origins rekindled in Lions clash
Old Canberra schoolboys teammates Ryan Lonergan and Mack Hansen will line up on opposing sides when the ACT Brumbies take on the British and Irish Lions.
Brumbies brothers join forces in bid to be Lion tamers
A former Brumby will reunite with some old friends while a pair of brothers will play together professionally for the first time when the Lions visit Canberra.
Kiwi flavour, Wallabies hopes in 36-year rugby first
A host of Wallabies hopefuls have been added to the final 30-man, trans-Tasman squad to tackle the Lions in Adelaide.
Stoked with win but not performance: Wallabies’ White
Veteran halfback Nic White concedes the Wallabies' performance isn't where it needs to be heading into the Lions after they conjured a late try to down Fiji.
Wallabies survive Fiji flair for comeback victory
Coach Joe Schmidt says the Wallabies have plenty to work on after defeating Fiji, but feels they can still build belief ahead of their first Lions Test.