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The DHL Lions Series is still alive – the British and Irish Lions have beaten the All Blacks 21-24, on a cold and wet night at Westpac Stadium in Wellington. In one of the craziest matches in recent history; Owen Farrell kicked the goal of his career in the 78th minute, to win the game […] READ MORE
The final midweek game for the Lions against the Hurricanes presented an opportunity for players to break into the test twenty-three. It also presented Warren Gatland with the perfect opportunity to respond to the “devaluing jersey” criticism he has received. Courtney Lawes and Ian Henderson were brought in to do just that. Particularly as George […] READ MORE
Given the four-year cycle of Lions Tours, an appointment to one of those limited Test matches is perhaps the pinnacle of a referee’s career, one likely only eclipsed by the World Cup Final. However, few would argue that anything in rugby even comes close to a Lions Test in terms of atmosphere. READ MORE
Not only will there be quality rugby played over the next six weeks of the British and Irish Lions tour, but the fans support will be on an epic level. A renowned ‘red army’ of fans and spectators will again descend on the small country of New Zealand. When the Qantas flight landed at Auckland […] READ MORE
While injuries will be next to impossible for the British and Irish Lions to avoid over the next six weeks; they've survived game one with no real concerns. Over the ten game schedule, there is plenty more to come from the tourists - and plenty to improve on. READ MORE
It didn’t take long for some familiar writers within the New Zealand sports media to take aim at Warren Gatland and the British and Irish Lions. New Zealand media ‘go after’ Warren Gatland Beginning yesterday when the first Lions squad of the tour was announced – the ‘all too timely’ response by one particular critic […] READ MORE
It will be a very special occasion on Saturday night at Toll Stadium – and the New Zealand Provincial Barbarians have named a squad of some of the best grassroots players going round. Flying Waikato winger Sevu Reece and clutch championship-winning kicker Bryn Gatland are two of the big names to feature in the Barbarians […] READ MORE
The British and Irish Lions finally took their first steps on New Zealand soil today – and skipper Sam Warburton and their immediate action got a lot of people talking. In response to a feisty Maori challenge; the Lions sang Welsh hymn Calon Lan (a song associated with Welsh rugby for generations) in front of […] READ MORE
As the Lions squad ready’s for their New Zealand tour, Eddie Jones cannot contain himself and puts the boot in. An indication of what lies ahead. Welcome along to the ‘Out Roar’ column for the 2017 British & Irish Lions Tour This will be my little corner of the world for all the latest news […] READ MORE
While in theory only, the Lions starting XV by James Kimber would test the All Blacks in the opening test on June 24. It will soon be up to Warren Gatland who he feels are the best 23 players to tackle the toughest assignment in modern day rugby union. READ MORE
