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Lions 2017: To celebrate like Maro Itoje or not to celebrate…

Maro Itoje got stick for celebrating a penalty award for the Lions against the Blues, but is it worth worrying about? Animated: Maro Itoje is always very vocal on the pitchIt is something that winds some people up – players celebrating a scrum penalty, a turnover, even forcing a knock-on. …Continue reading »

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Lions name their team to face the Crusaders

A run through of the British & Irish Lions team to take on the Crusaders in ChristchurchHigh point: Alun Wyn Jones will captain the Lions against the Crusaders. Photo: Getty ImagesA run through of the British & Irish Lions team to take on the Crusaders in Christchurch

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Lions 2017: Twitter reacts to the British & Irish Lions versus the Blues

The Lions loss to the Blues was dissected by fans and experts alike on social media. Here are a selection of tweets that caught the eyePointing the way: social media has plenty to say about the Lions v Blues gameThe British & Irish Lions’ loss to the Auckland Blues this morning will have left those stirring with a coffee …Continue reading »

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Lions 16-22 Blues: The game’s key talking points

Warren Gatland's men fell to a late Ihaia West wonder-try and while the performance was improved, there is still much to work on ahead of the Crusaders testFrustration: Ken Owens looks ruefully at the scoreline after SBW touches downA tale of missed opportunities The Lions are becoming masters at not being able to get over the whitewash. Against …Continue reading »

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