Townsend Targets Strong Tour Finish as Scotland Face Samoa

Gregor Townsend has called on his Scotland side to ensure their Pacific tour ends on a positive note as they prepare to face Samoa at Eden Park in Auckland this Friday (08:35 BST). Scotland have had mixed fortunes on tour so far, edging the Maori All Blacks 29-26 before falling 29-14 to Fiji in Suva. […]

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

The British & Irish Lions beat the Brumbies 36–24 in Canberra. Finn Russell impressed, but errors and discipline remain key concerns ahead of the first Test.

● 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. […]

Scotland Women Unveil First Rugby World Cup-Specific Kit

Scotland Women’s rugby team have unveiled their first-ever tournament-specific kit ahead of the Rugby World Cup 2025 – a historic moment for the side as they prepare to take the global stage with a distinctly Scottish design in their corner. Crafted in partnership with long-time technical sponsor Macron, the new strips blend tradition, sustainability, and […]

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 […]

Scotland’s U20 Men and Women Set for Summer Tests

Scottish rugby fans are in for a summer packed with promise and potential, as both the U20 Men’s and Women’s sides prepare to take on international opposition in crucial development fixtures. With fresh faces, returning talent, and emerging leaders in both squads, these tournaments offer a glimpse into the future of Scottish rugby. Dalgliesh’s U20 […]

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

Andy Farrell gestures on the training pitch while coaching the British & Irish Lions ahead of their 2025 tour match.

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 […]

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