Lions edge past a powerful Australian unit to win Test Series
The British & Irish Lions had travelled to Melbourne for the crucial second Test against Australia, holding a 1–0 lead in the series after their gritty opening victory in Brisbane. The pressure had been firmly on the Wallabies, who knew another loss would hand the Lions the series with a game to spare. The Lions […]
A disjointed Lions vs The First Nations & Pasifika XV
Historic fixture: The Lions faced a newly assembled First Nations & Pasifika XV—the first team made up of Indigenous Australian and Pacific Island heritage players to take on the Lions, replacing the cancelled Melbourne Rebels fixture. The FNP side was coached by Toutai Kefu and captained by Kurtley Beale. Team selection: Owen Farrell was handed the captaincy, marking […]
Farrell’s Side Power Past Wallabies in Tour Opener
Preview. The opening Test of the 2025 British & Irish Lions tour to Australia had been one of the most eagerly awaited rugby clashes in recent memory. Twelve years had passed since the Lions last faced the Wallabies in a Test match, and anticipation had reached fever pitch across both hemispheres in the lead-up to […]
Pollock Stars, Van der Merwe Strikes Three in Lions’ Best Tour Display
Lions Preview. Form & fitness: After a shaky performance against Argentina in Dublin, the Lions went on to dominate their Super Rugby rivals—including a 36‑24 victory over the Brumbies. However, ongoing breakdown issues continued to pose a concern. Selection: Andy Farrell had confirmed that Test spots were up for grabs. Ben Earl and Henry Pollock […]
Lions Edge Brumbies 36–24 in Canberra Clash
● Fixture: British & Irish Lions vs ACT Brumbies● Venue & Kick-off: GIO Stadium, Canberra – 9 July 2025, 11:00 BST / 20:00 AEST● Referee: Pierre Brousset● Conditions: Cold and wet conditions influenced tactics, with kicking and handling errors playing a key role. Lions Team & Approach ● Andy Farrell named what was considered his strongest midweek lineup […]
Lions Roar to Victory with 21–10 Win Over Waratahs
With three Test matches looming, Farrell continued the squad rotation to fine-tune options; this game was critical for fringe players pushing for selection. After attacking dominance in previous wins, Farrell demanded improved defensive intensity and breakdown aggression from his squad. Lions Starting XV 15. Hugo Keenan14. Mack Hansen13. Huw Jones12. Sione Tuipulotu11. Blair Kinghorn10. Fin Smith9. Alex Mitchell 1. Pierre Schoeman2. Luke Cowan‑Dickie3. Finlay Bealham4. […]
Rampant Lions Crush Queensland Reds 52–12 in Brisbane Blitz
Coming off a dominant 54‑7 win over Western Force, the Lions aimed to sustain attacking fluency and sharpen combinations. With Tomos Williams injured, Gibson‑Park took the starting spot and aimed to quickly gel with Russell – it was a crucial test ahead of the Test series. Elliot Daly came into the 15 shirt late with Hugo […]
Match Report: Lions 54–7 Western Force
The Lions took on the Western Force this morning at the Optus Stadium, and it certainly set the tone for the rest of the tour. It signified the start of what could be a pivotal campaign for a squad eager to etch its name into Lions’ history. Hooker, Dan Sheehan, led the famous side out […]
Match Preview: Lions vs Western Force
Date: Saturday, 28 June 2025Venue: Optus Stadium, PerthKick-off: 11:00 AM BST Lions Overview & Line‐Up Dan Sheehan, the 26-year-old hooker from Leinster, is stepping up as the Lions’ captain for the first time, taking over from Maro Itoje. As part of his debut leadership in the Six Nations, Sheehan is one of five new players […]
Everything You Need to Know About the British & Irish Lions Tour 2025
The British & Irish Lions Tour is one of the most iconic events in world rugby—and in summer 2025, it’s back with a blockbuster tour to Australia. With historic rivalries, thrilling fixtures, and a mix of fresh faces and seasoned stars, this year’s tour promises to deliver unforgettable drama on and off the pitch. Whether […]