Tupou confirms move as Waratahs show Wallabies the way
While Wallabies prop Taniela Tupou waits to see if he makes the cut to face the Lions, the Waratahs feel they've shown how the Wallabies can tame the tourists.
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Whingeing Poms: Lions accuse Waratahs of watering pitch
British & Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell has questioned why the Sydney surface was so slippery after watching his side struggle to beat the NSW Waratahs.
Wallabies warned Test against Fiji is a danger game
With Fiji looking to create history in their Newcastle Test match, the Wallabies have been warned of the threat posed by the Pacific island team.
‘We showed them’: Lion-hearted Waratahs hit back
The British and Irish Lions have denied the NSW Waratahs a famous victory with an unconvincing 21-10 victory in Sydney.
‘Better again’: Lions to step it up against Waratahs
The hungry British and Irish Lions want to send another statement to coach Andy Farrell when they take on the NSW Waratahs in Sydney.
Porecki gets Wallabies nod to erase Fiji demons
Hooker Dave Porecki will return for the Wallabies against Fiji after captaining the side in the teams' last clash, a shock loss at the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
Farrell seeks backing for son Owen after Lions call
Lions coach Andy Farrell said his decision to bring son Owen to Australia as an injury replacement was due to the back's experience of three previous tours.
Owen Farrell called up by Lions, Daly ruled out of tour
Veteran Elliott Daly has been ruled out of the British & Irish Lions tour with a broken arm, and the coach has turned to a familiar face as a replacement.
Wallaroos pick youngster as World Cup prep builds
The Wallaroos' World Cup preparations are taking shape with a tough match against NZ followed by two games against Wales to come.
‘Two arms, two legs’: why the Waratahs are dreaming big
Bookmakers are giving the NSW Waratahs no chance against the British and Irish Lions, but the dreamy hosts still reckon they can shock the rugby world.
Paisami hunting a Test recall and a Bundee encore
Set to return to the Wallabies set-up, Hunter Paisami put his name in lights despite the fast-starting Reds' heavy loss to the Lions in Brisbane.
British Lions hit straps to sprint past plucky Reds
The Reds threatened a massive boilover before the British & Irish Lions found their feet for a 52-12 win at a packed Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane.
Wallabies look to reignite star centre combination
The Wallabies have some injury concerns ahead of the Fiji Test, but there's positive news around Len Ikitau and Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii's centre combination.
Fiji looking forward rather than at Wallabies triumph
Fiji coach Mick Byrne says with a new Wallabies coach and change in player personnel his team are expecting a different contest to their World Cup clash.
Reds bracing for new, exciting next-gen British Lions
It's the British & Irish Lions but not as you know them, warns a former English Premiership veteran now on the Queensland Reds coaching staff.
Kellaway and Toole out of Wallabies mix for Fiji Test
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has released veteran Andrew Kellaway and newcomer Corey Toole to their Super sides as he prepares to unveil his team to face Fiji.
‘How good was that?’: Morahan on that try, 12 years on
A dozen years on from his Lions stunner, Reds and Wallabies flyer Luke Morahan reflects on that try, what happened next and why the Giteau Law needs changing.
Aussie coach’s Swift response to Lions eligibility jibe
The backgrounds of many British and Irish Lions remain a talking point as the side prepares for game two of their tour in Brisbane.
Injury-hit Lions expect ‘big step up’ against Reds
Maro Itoje will captain the British and Irish Lions on Australian soil for the first time against the Queensland Reds, while one injured star is heading home.
Tupou’s ‘tricky’ French test after Wallabies speed bump
French-bound prop Taniela Tupou will leave the Wallabies camp and join the NSW Waratahs ahead of their clash with the British & Irish Lions.
Lions hold off on SOS despite latest scrumhalf injury
The British and Irish Lions may need to send an SOS to Scottish scrumhalf Ben White after Welsh veteran Tomos Williams was cut down by a hamstring injury.
Lions suffer injury blow in 54-7 win over Western Force
The British and Irish Lions will be sweating on the fitness of Tomos Williams after he copped an injury but they also showcased a rising star in Henry Pollock.
‘Mouthguards in’: tensions rise at Wallabies training
The Wallabies say the chance to impress coach Joe Schmidt ahead of the Lions series has brought an added edge to training for the year's first Test with Fiji.
‘I have enough on my plate’: Lions won’t take the bait
The British and Irish Lions kick off their Australian tour on Saturday when they take on the Western Force, and coach Andy Farrell is keeping a laser focus.
‘She’d be a full-on month’: NZ recruit’s Wallaby roots
Aidan Ross lost the Super Rugby final with the Chiefs on Saturday, was training with the Reds on Tuesday, and becomes eligible for the Wallabies next month.
Beale injury blow but hopeful for historic Lions clash
Indigenous star Kurtley Beale must overcome a hamstring injury to lead the First Nations and Pasifika team in a historic match against the touring Lions.
‘We’ve got better athletes’: Genia’s taunt to Lions
Ex-Wallabies captain Will Genia has spoken provocatively about how the Australian underdogs can blow open the coming series against the British and Irish Lions.
Wallabies looking past Fiji flop as Lions series looms
Losing their last Test against Fiji, the Wallabies are determined not to let the Pacific Islanders wreck another big occasion with the Lions series approaching.
Wallabies’ preparation for Lions the priority: Larkham
While hoping to get some Wallabies back as the Brumbies look to make history against the Lions again, coach Stephen Larkham supports Joe Schmidt's stance.
Lowly-ranked Wallabies find a friend in the Lions’ den
The Wallabies sit a lowly eighth in the world rankings, but the British and Irish Lions are wary of the proud sporting nation.
Rugby Australia warned: Release your Wallabies, or else
The British and Irish Lions have arrived in Australia amid concern their tour matches may be against opponents missing several star Wallabies.