A Brief History of the British & Irish Lions in South Africa
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWhen Warren Gatland’s British & Irish Lions hit South African shores in late June, it will herald the 14th series played between the two proud teams. There is much intrigue...
“There’s a chance that Johnny Sexton might be at home" - Brian O'Driscoll
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer British and Irish Lions captain Brian O’Driscoll says that Ireland captain Johnny Sexton may not tour with the Lions this summer. Speaking on Off The Ball, the four-time Lions...
Alex Sanderson backs Manu Tuilagi for Lions Tour
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbySale Sharks' Director of Rugby Alex Sanderson says he would take Manu Tuilagi on the British and Irish Lions tour despite the fact that the centre has not played since September because of an Achilles...
The Mercurial Marcus Smith: a Lions bolter?
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHarlequins dynamic playmaker Marcus Smith could find himself as a bolter in Warren Gatland’s British & Irish Lions squad, due to be announced on Thursday. Reports indicate...
Women's 6 Nations Highlights: France Women Vs England Women
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland hold on to defeat host France by just two points after the match was abandoned with 20 minutes to spare after the floodlights went out at Stadium Lille Métropole. After a tight first...
England & Ireland to face USA Eagles in July tests
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn the wake of Ireland’s tour to Fiji being cancelled amid Covid-19 concerns, it has been confirmed that Andy Farrell’s charges will meet the USA Eagles in Dublin for a test on 10 July. In...
10 Famous British & Irish Lions Bolters
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe term “bolter” has its origins in horse racing and describes a horse who pulls a surprise on the rest of the field by coming out of nowhere to snatch victory. In the British...
Seven players who may have enough credit with Warren Gatland to make the Lions squad
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBritish and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland will be naming the 36 players who will tour to South Africa on Friday. With the squad announcement coming up, we take a look at seven players...
2021 British and Irish Lions Tour: Predicting the 36-man squad
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWarren Gatland selected 41 players to tour New Zealand four years ago but his preparation for the tour to South Africa will be vastly different. The British and Irish Lions have a shorter tour to...
Alun Wyn Jones expected to be named Lions captain
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIt is widely expected that Welsh stalwart Alun Wyn Jones will be named captain of Warren Gatland’s British & Irish Lions squad to be announced on Thursday. The three main names...
