Warren Gatland named his 41-man Lions squad amid feverish anticipation now the dust has settled, what does it tell us about he squad and the threat of the opposition?Ready for battle: The Lions management pose for photos ahead of New Zealand
A front-five of to fear? For all the flicks, feints and steps boasted by an All Blacks backline that offers …Continue reading »
Rugby fans now know the make-up of the British & Irish Lions squad to face the All Blacks this summer and it threw up a few surprisesReady to rumble: Warren Gatland has named a 41-man squad to face New ZealandWarren Gatland announced his 41-man British & Irish Lions squad today in West London in front of assembled media. A …Continue reading »
Learn more about Andrew Porter – an Irish front-rower being tipped for big thingsHandiwork: Andrew Porter shows his handling skills in Leinster training. Photo: Getty ImagesLearn more about Andrew Porter – an Irish front-rower being tipped for big things
The dust has just settled on an explosive Six Nations which means the eyes of the rugby world will focus squarely on the April 19 Lions squad announcement. Who gets in?Inked-in: Owen Farrell is likely to play at No 10 or No 12 for the Test teamEveryone else has had a crack at predicting Warren Gatland’s party and Test line-ups for the British & Irish Lions …Continue reading »
The Six Nations brought intrigue, drama and lashings of entertainment but who were the individual stars of the show and shone in their position?World-class: Louis Picamoles has had a brilliant tournament for FranceBy Alex Shaw The 2017 RBS Six Nations is in the books. The national animosities can be put back in …Continue reading »