The Rugby World verdict on the second Test between the Lions and New Zealand in WellingtonCorner stop: Taulupe Faletau scores the Lions first try. Photo: Getty ImagesThe Rugby World verdict on the second Test between the Lions and New Zealand in Wellington
The Lions have never won at the Westpac and with the All Blacks unbeaten at home since 2009, the odds are stacked against Warren Gatland's men...Standing together: The Lions know it's win or bust this eveningThe thwack was perceptible through the cold Wellington air. In amongst a throng of All Blacks on the Westpac turf, …Continue reading »
Lions captain Sam Warburton is ready to step up for the second Test against the All BlacksPrimed for action: Sam Warburton during Lions training with Mako Vunipola. Photo: Getty ImagesLions captain Sam Warburton is ready to step up for the second Test against the All Blacks
The two Kiwi coaches have indulged in some low-level sledging all tour but the mood changed when Gatland was depicted as a clown by a local paperTime for a truce: For the moment, there's a ceasefire between Warren Gatland and Steve HansenAll tour, like two ageing prize fighters, Steve Hansen and Warren Gatland have kept each other at arm’s length, offering …Continue reading »
Johnny Sexton and Owen Farrell to form 10-12 partnership for Lions in second Test against the All Blacks in WellingtonDouble act: Johnny Sexton and Owen Farrell will team up at 10 and 12. Photo: Getty ImagesJohnny Sexton and Owen Farrell to form 10-12 partnership for Lions in second Test against the All Blacks in Wellington
