Suaalii urged to become Wallabies centre of attention
Len Ikitau has called on his star Wallabies centre partner to roam far and wide against the Lions.
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First Nations and Pasifika XV shock touring Lions
The unheralded First Nations & Pasifika XV have stood up to the British and Irish Lions, taking the visitors to the wire in their Melbourne tour clash.
Under-fire Wallabies dismiss ‘ridiculous’ criticism
World Cup-winning coach Clive Woodward's criticism hasn't gone unnoticed with the Wallabies, who must beat the Lions in Melbourne to keep their series alive.
Wallabies look for another golden moment in Melbourne
The 2001 Lions Test in Melbourne was a triumph for the Wallabies on and off the field, with the current crop hoping for similar success and support at the MCG.
Unwanted Wallabies forward makes case for selection
Lukhan Salakaia-Loto says he's done all he can to break back into the Wallabies, but is resigned to flying home ahead of the second Test in Melbourne.
Big names return for Wallabies’ do-or-die clash
The Wallabies their biggest and best players in Will Skelton and Rob Valetini, saying they don't want to play "nice" against the Lions in their crunch Test.
Tuipulotu misses homecoming in Lions’ second Test
Sione Tuipulotu will miss playing in front of his home fans, left out of the British and Irish Lions squad to face the Wallabies in Melbourne due to injury.
‘Superpower’ shift as Wallaroos absorb double blow
On World Cup eve, new Wallaroos captain Emily Chancellor only has to observe how her teammates handle non-selection to see how far the squad's come.
Wallabies can’t lose heads in Lions Test tussle
The Wallabies have to play smart against the British and Irish Lions and need more than aggression to get on top of the tourists, says coach Joe Schmidt.
How Wallaroo saved Cup hopes after sevens ‘shake up’
Wallaroos veteran Lori Cramer remembers the 'okay, shit' moment and how, ahead of the World Cup, she's become indispensable despite the influx of sevens talent.
Wallabies look to avoid slice of unwanted Lions history
Skipper Harry Wilson says the Wallabies have taken confidence from their second half against the Lions but knows they need to lift to avoid a 59-year first.
Lions look to legend ahead of crunch Wallabies clash
Experiencing some of the greatest highs and lows of his storied career in Australia, former England great Martin Johnson has returned to rally the Lions.
Lynagh bringing his own swagger to Lions
Ahead of the second Lions Test, Tom Wright says new Wallabies flyhalf Tom Lynagh is bringing his own style to the role after taking over from Noah Lolesio.
Lightning strikes for Wales in upset win over Wallaroos
After lightning forced the suspension of play for more than half an hour, Wales have downed the Wallaroos in their rugby Test in Brisbane.
Wallabies shattered after last-gasp loss to Lions
A British and Irish Lions try in the final minute has seen the Wallabies go down 29-26 at the MCG, which meant a series loss with a Test to play.
Lions still hungry after series win over Wallabies
The British and Irish Lions aren't planning to party in Sydney, looking to finish their tour with a clean sweep of Tests against the Wallabies.
Wounded Wallabies vow to rebound for third Lions Test
The Wallabies have injury worries ahead of the third Test against the British and Irish Lions, where they only have pride to play for after their game two loss.
Wallaroos aim to head into World Cup with Welsh scalp
The Wallaroos are out to put a miserable match against Wales behind them in their rematch, which is their last hit-out before the Rugby World Cup in England.
‘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.
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.
‘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.