British and Irish Lions
Coverage of the International Rugby Union Friendlies clash between South Africa and Lions.
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Dec 31, 09:00
South Africa director of rugby Rassie Erasmus banned for two months
South Africa director of rugby Rassie Erasmus is handed a two-month ban for criticising the match officials after the first Test with The British and Irish Lions in July.
Nov 18, 10:02
Iain Henderson criticises Lions tactics and claims team was not selected on form
Warren Gatland's British and Irish Lions were beaten 2-1 by world champions South Africa this summer.
Sep 23, 12:18
I could not have done more - Jonny May admits disappointment over Lions omission
Gloucester star missed out on tour selection despite impressive form.
Sep 9, 14:37
Former players and coaches call for substitutions to be made only for injuries
In an open letter to World Rugby it is claimed the professional game 'has become unnecessarily dangerous'.
Aug 14, 10:17
Playing at a full Principality Stadium again will be 'mind-blowing' for Wales
Experienced Scarlets back Jonathan Davies is excited to face world champions South Africa later in 2021.
Aug 12, 13:23
The key questions to emerge from British and Irish Lions' tour to South Africa
The Springboks claimed the series 2-1.
Aug 9, 06:00
The sporting weekend in pictures
Jason Kenny took his Olympic gold tally to seven, Leicester beat Manchester City in the Community Shield but there was a series defeat for the Lions.
Aug 9, 05:00
Alun Wyn Jones in no doubt about the importance of Lions contests
The Lions are having to fight increasingly harder for their place in a cluttered global schedule.
Aug 8, 22:00
5 things we learned from the British and Irish Lions' tour of South Africa
Warren Gatland's team lost the series after winning the first match.
Aug 8, 14:09
Siya Kolisi says series win over Lions is a success for all of South Africa
Captain Siya Kolisi and head coach Jacques Nienaber were among a host of Springboks to test positive for coronavirus.
Aug 8, 13:02
Warren Gatland thinks Lions would be stronger with more preparation for tours
The Lions plan to tour Australia in 2025.
Aug 8, 11:15
Morne Steyn did not expect to get another chance to be a national hero
The 37-year-old also settled the 2009 series in the Springboks' favour.
Aug 7, 21:57
Warren Gatland proud of Lions squad despite series defeat
Morne Steyn's late penalty edged the Springboks to glory.
Aug 7, 21:11
Heartbreak for Lions as Morne Steyn boots South Africa to victory again
Steyn hit the target with a minute left to snatch a 19-16 victory.
Aug 7, 19:26
Springboks happy to play 'boring' rugby if it leads to series victory over Lions
The series hinges on Saturday's third and final meeting in Cape Town.
Aug 6, 15:49
Courtney Lawes urges Lions not to get drawn into a dog fight with South Africa
The success of the entire tour hinges on Saturday's final chapter when the rivals clash for the third time at Cape Town Stadium.
Aug 6, 12:34
Talking points ahead of the Lions' series decider with South Africa
It is a winner takes all showdown.
Aug 6, 11:20
Gregor Townsend urges Lions to create more in decider against South Africa
Warren Gatland's side have scored just one try in the opening two Tests.
Aug 6, 10:43
Alun Wyn Jones calls on Lions players to keep their discipline in decider
The series is tantalisingly poised at 1-1.
Aug 5, 22:00
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