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.
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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.
‘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’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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.