5 h. ago How the Lions’ half backs seized control of Test series against Australia

Half backs Jamison Gibson-Park and Finn Russell controlled proceedings well as the Lions took a first Test lead

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22 h. ago Lions reaction: Finn Russell gives honest assessment as both coaches seek improvement

Scotland stand-off plays big part in first-Test win over Australia

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23 h. ago Lions lay down series marker and ease to victory over Australia in first Test

First Test: Australia 19-27 British & Irish LionsOne-sided opener only came alive in the second halfWinning the first Test does not guarantee a series victory but Australia are already hanging on by their fingernails. On the evidence of this contest it is going to take something remarkable to stop the Lions from finishing the job in Melbourne next Saturday and, with thousands of travelling fans cheering them on, Andy Farrell’s side have firm control of their own destiny.There were moments in the first half when the Lions were so dominant it felt akin to watching a juggernaut thundering through the outback, scattering everything in sight like skittles. They were unable to sustain it but the visitors’ dominance in the opening 50 minutes was such that the winning margin should have been wider. From Finn Russell’s insouciant brilliance to Tom Curry’s relentless tackling, the Lions were a cut above in the areas that mattered most. Continue reading...

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28 h. ago Today's rugby news as Scotland come to Wales' aid and Sexton makes Finn Russell admission

The latest rugby news stories from the Lions tour and the rest of the world

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48 h. ago Johnny Sexton backs ‘flash’ Finn Russell to produce his best on first Lions start

Assistant coach says No 10 has matured as a player‘He’s won a few trophies and carried that form here’The British & Irish Lions assistant coach Johnny Sexton has insisted that Finn Russell is still “flash” but believes the Scotland playmaker has the temperament to shine on his first Test start for the tourists against Australia on Saturday.Sexton described Russell as a “media darling” and as “flashy” before he was named as one of Andy Farrell’s assistant coaches, making for a potentially awkward reunion with Russell upon his appointment. Continue reading...

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49 h. ago Johnny Sexton reveals how ‘matured’ Finn Russell has surprised him on British and Irish Lions tour

The Scottish fly half has been handed the reins for the first Test against Australia in Brisbane

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49 h. ago Johnny Sexton says Lions playmaker Finn Russell is no flash in the pan

The fly-half will be needed defensively in the first Test against Australia in Brisbane on Saturday.

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57 h. ago Finn Russell’s redemption at the heart of different Scottish Lions story

An all-Scottish midfield will be fielded for the first time in a Lions Test, with Russell taking ownership of the No 10 shirt

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3 d. ago Lions team vs Australia: Tom Curry and Sione Tuipulotu picked to start First Test as Owen Farrell misses out

All-Scottish centre partnership outside Finn Russell as Bundee Aki and Marcus Smith named on bench

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6 d. ago England v Wales live: Women’s Euro 2025 result and reaction after Lionesses cruise into quarter

England progressed to the quarter-finals with a thumping win over Wales and will now face Sweden in the last eight

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6 d. ago Bob MacIntyre admits his 'head had gone' at the Scottish Open as he opens up on 'horrific' title defence

The Scottish star offers brutal and honest assessment of his week

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7 d. ago British & Irish Lions vs AUNZ Invitational XV live: Reaction as tourists produce dominant display in big win

Lions 48-0 AUNZ Invitational XV: Tourists produce dominant performance in final match before first Test

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1 week ago Brumbies vs British and Irish Lions live: Result and reaction as tourists prevail in hard

Brumbies 24-36 Lions: Another patchy performance leaves improvements needed ahead of the first Test next week

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1 week ago Van der Flier caps win as Lions labour to patchy victory over ACT Brumbies

ACT Brumbies 24-36 British & Irish LionsInjury fears after Blair Kinghorn replaced early onWhen they reflect on their night’s work in Canberra the British & Irish Lions will once again have mixed emotions. At their best the touring team look sharp and dangerous but, with the Test series fast approaching, they are still not firing on all cylinders in some key areas. A first-half injury to full-back Blair Kinghorn has also come at a delicate moment ahead of the first Test in Brisbane on Saturday week.Fielding close to their best starting XV, the Lions finished up scoring five tries with Ollie Chessum, James Lowe and Marcus Smith crossing in the first and Garry Ringrose and Josh van der Flier following suit in the second. The in-form Finn Russell also contributed 11 points with the boot to cap another assured performance. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Alejandro Garnacho denied obvious exit as Man Utd outcast sees £24m transfer agreed

Alejandro Garnacho is expected to leave Manchester United this summer after informing the club of his desire to seek a new challenge and falling out with head coach Ruben Amorim

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1 week ago Lions name strong team to face Brumbies as preparations ramp up for first Test

Majority of leading names selected by Andy Farrell for Canberra gameFirst-choice pairing of Finn Russell and Jamison Gibson-Park reunitedAndy Farrell has picked his strongest British & Irish Lions combination so far for his squad’s penultimate fixture before they take on Australia in Brisbane next week. The majority of the Lions’ leading names have been selected to start against the ACT Brumbies in what is clearly being seen as a dress rehearsal ahead of the first Test.The first-choice pairing of Finn Russell and Jamison Gibson-Park are reunited at half back inside an all-Irish centre pairing of Bundee Aki and Gary Ringrose, with Scotland’s Blair Kinghorn at full-back and the Anglo-Irish combination of Tommy Freeman and James Lowe on the wings. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago France vs England LIVE: Women's Euro 2025 result, latest updates and reaction after Lionesses well beaten

The first test of the summer awaits the Lionesses

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2 w. ago Waratahs vs British & Irish Lions live: Result and reaction as error

Waratahs 10-21 Lions: A pretty poor performance from the Lions saw them escape with a narrow victory as few pressed their Test case

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2 w. ago Bridge of Allan rugby star makes perfect start in Lions shirt for Aussie tour

Finn Russell has been busy orchestrating the famous select side as they took on a pair of domestic sides in Australia.

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2 w. ago Lionesses left in shock by Diogo Jota death as Lucy Bronze leads tributes to Liverpool star

Lionesses star Lucy Bronze has shed light on the camp's reaction to the tragic death of Liverpool striker Diogo Jota as they prepare for their Women's Euros opener

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