Lions

Ireland name strong team for their Rugby World Cup opener with Canada

1 decade ago by The Guardian

• Paul O’Connell will lead side on his 106th appearance for his country• Robbie Henshaw not considered because of a hamstring injuryIreland have named their strongest available side for their World...

Nine Lions named in Ireland's starting line-up

1 decade ago by Lions Rugby

Nine British & Irish Lions have been included in a strong Ireland starting XV as Joe Schmidt's side get their Rugby World Cup campaign up and running against Canada on Saturday.

Lions tame Bulls at Loftus

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

The Golden Lions are now the only unbeaten side in the Absa Currie Cup following their 36-28 victory over the Blue Bulls.

Lions win thriller against Blue Bulls

1 decade ago by Super Sport.com

Flyhalf Marnitz Boshoff kicked 21 points to help the Xerox Golden Lions to a 28-36 win (halftime 7-30) against Gauteng neighbours the Vodacom Blue Bulls at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday evening.

Morgan backed to be next Shane Williams

1 decade ago by Lions Rugby

British & Irish Lions legend Shane Williams is a tough act to follow, but Wales utility back Matthew Morgan is being tipped to emulate "The River".

Austin Healy: Joe Schmidt is the greatest coach on Earth and anyone who disagrees is wrong

1 decade ago by Irish Independent

Former Lions and England legend Austin Healy believes that Ireland's below-par form in recent weeks are all part of Joe Schmidt's plan and that there is no need for panic.

Lions Weekly News Update

1 decade ago by Lions Rugby

The home nations are building up to the World Cup, which is now just one week away, and we are here to wrap up the week's goings on with a particular focus on the British & Irish Lions involved.