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  • Lions lose first match of Aussie tour

    The Lions lost their unbeaten tour record four days before tackling Australia after the Brumbies deservedly triumphed 14-12.

    Tuesday June 18 2013, 13:03 BST
    Toby Faletua attempts to get beyond Tevita Kuridrani
  • Gatland: This is a reality check

    Post-match reaction the Brumbies' 14-12 victory over the British and Irish Lions.

    Tuesday June 18 2013, 15:38 BST
    Gatland: Reflected on a disappointing display
  • Ioane ready for North battle

    Australia's Digby Ioane, fit to play in Saturday's first Test, is relishing a clash with Lions' winger George North.

    Tuesday June 18 2013, 15:57 BST
    Digby Ioane: Has made a swift recovery from a knee problem
  • Scots must front up

    Despite depleted resources, Scotland know they must tackle the Italy scrum when the sides meet this weekend.

    Tuesday June 18 2013, 16:17 BST
    Massimo Cuttitta (l): Looking for youngsters to step up to the plate
  • Ashley-Cooper lauds O'Driscoll

    Adam Ashley-Cooper insists Brian O'Driscoll remains as dangerous as ever as the rivals prepare to meet for the first time.

    Tuesday June 18 2013, 08:26 BST
    Ashley-Cooper: Looking forward to facing O'Driscoll
  • Barritt raring to go

    Brad Barritt has dismissed any fears of potential jet lag and weariness being a factor when he makes his Lions debut.

    Monday June 17 2013, 22:16 BST
    Wade, Williams and Barritt: Late call-ups for the Lions
  • Roberts doubtful for Lions opener

    Lions centre Jamie Roberts has been described as "a grave doubt" for next Saturday's first Test against Australia.

    Monday June 17 2013, 06:33 BST
    Jamie Roberts: Doubtful for first Test
  • Williams impressed by Wade

    Shane Williams admits he's been impressed by Christian Wade as the pair prepare to line-up for the Lions on Tuesday.

    Monday June 17 2013, 15:25 BST
    Wade (l) and Williams (c) are set to face the Brumbies on Tuesday
  • Wallaby legends add insight

    Australia have bought in some legendary Wallaby players of the past to tell their current crop what to expect against the Lions.

    Monday June 17 2013, 15:31 BST
    Nick Farr-Jones (l) won the World Cup in 1991 with the Wallabies
  • O'Connell: Competition is savage

    Paul O'Connell believes there is "savage competition" for places in the British and Irish Lions team.

    Monday June 17 2013, 06:37 BST
    Paul O'Connell: Played on two previous Lions tours
  • Gill: We're ready for Lions

    Liam Gill insists Australia have been braced for an opening-second onslaught from the British and Irish Lions on Saturday.

    Monday June 17 2013, 08:26 BST
    Liam Gill: Says start and finish to the Tests will be key
  • Yarde eyes regular spot

    Marland Yarde hopes his exhilarating England debut can lift him up the pecking order for a place on the left wing.

    Monday June 17 2013, 08:22 BST
    Marland Yarde: Wants more chances with England
  • North concern for first Test

    George North is currently rated as "less than 50-50" to be fit for next Saturday's first Test match against Australia.

    Sunday June 16 2013, 22:00 BST
    North: Has been one of the Lions' most impressive players
  • Croft: We'll keep our cool

    Tom Croft has no doubt the British and Irish Lions will retain their watertight discipline in the Test series with Australia.

    Sunday June 16 2013, 22:01 BST
    Tom Croft scored a try against the Waratahs on Saturday
  • Lancaster: Mission accomplished

    England coach Stuart Lancaster closed the file on a successful South America tour and stamped it: Mission Accomplished.

    Sunday June 16 2013, 22:01 BST
    Marland Yarde: One of England's plus points
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