‘We’re talking about the best of the best’: Tadhg Beirne up for the challenge of being a Lion
Irish forward believes his game has evolved since he last played with the Lions
Maro Itoje
Matt Williams: Lions would do well to remember that in rugby, as in war, past difficulties often repeat themselves
Andy Farrell’s men will have their work cut out in Australia
Maro Itoje urges England to prioritise victory over big points haul against Italy
England’s slim hope of winning Six Nations depend on Ireland losing to France
Ireland’s attack swings Lowe into the spotlight in try-scoring terms
Against England the Leinster wing again proved he can do things that others can’t see or pull off
Six Nations guide to England: Fixtures, prospects and who to watch
There’s some youthful talent in the squad, but the key for England is having the courage to implement a style that allows it to breathe
Tadhg Beirne embracing ‘great rivalry’ as he prepares for England test
Versatile forward expecting another abrasive battle with formidably physical English XV
‘Dupont was slagging me about the law changes’: Caelan Doris looks forward to Six Nations improvement
Ireland captain says team feel ‘lingering frustration’ with most recent performances
Maro Itoje rejects Eddie Jones’ claims he is not suited to England captaincy
Former coach has claimed Itoje was ‘very inward looking’ and had been sent to acting classes to improve leadership
Maro Itoje confirms commitment to England and desire to play World Cup: ‘It’s a drug that is hard to stay away from’
Saracens lock forward says he is not planning to move abroad, and will be available for 2025 British & Irish Lions Tour and 2027 World Cup in Australia
England’s Maro Itoje reveals he will no longer sing Swing Low, Sweet Chariot
RFU chose not to ban the song but withdrew its use from marketing and merchandising
Three Leinster players on European player of the year shortlist
Caelan Doris, Hugo Keenan and James Lowe, included on five-man shortlist
England bring in fresh faces but Tuilagi cannot be ignored
Sale man the most significant inclusion in Eddie Jones’ England squad
Gerry Thornley’s Six Nations Team of the Tournament (and more)
Five Irish players included, nine from the winning French team, and Maro Itoje
France meets expectations to deliver Grand Slam
Les Bleus victory over England to seal title marks defining moment for modern rugby
Gerry Thornley: Sexton and Ireland still intent on expansive strategy
Despite some missed opportunities at Twickenham, captain insists Farrell’s men will try to perfect potent offloading game
The English press react: ‘Pride restored’ in record defeat to Ireland
England's 14-man effort is praised, while head coach Eddie Jones is questioned
The world according to Eddie: Jones’ greatest hits with the media
England’s head coach has made a name for himself when it comes to his sharp quips
Maro Itoje a doubt for Ireland Six Nations clash at Twickenham
England’s secondrow missed the captain’s run on Friday with an unspecified illness
Jones believes England are on the cusp of a big display
England’s bullish coach promises his side will harry Ireland at every opportunity
James Ryan and Ireland well aware of what England will bring at Twickenham
Secondrow looking forward to pitting his wits against England talisman Maro Itoje
Owen Doyle: Full ramifications of uncontested scrum law an accident waiting to happen
To have anything written into law which reduces a team to 13 for one red card is daft
Leinster trio in the mix for European Player of the Year award
Caelan Doris, Jimmy O’Brien and Josh van der Flier included on longlist
From Rachael Blackmore to Steve Bruce: The best soundbites of 2021
Some words of wisdom – and some not so wise – from the world of sport
French scrumhalf Antoine Dupont named World Player of the Year
Toulouse scrumhalf enjoyed a brilliant run with club and country
Hooper and Kerevi among contenders for World Rugby player of the year award
Australian duo up against France’s scrumhalf Dupont and England lock Itoje
First black chair of RFU, Tom Ilube, opts for Swing Low on Desert Island Discs
Tom Ilube says he ‘agonised’ over decision to include controversial song in lineup
All in the Game: ‘Shirts pay transfer fees’ myth debunked
Win trophies? Arsenal fans left wondering if Martin Odegaard was being funny
Gerry Thornley: Lions will have regrets as Springboks secure series victory
In practically every metric bar the final score the visitors were the superior team
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John O’Sullivan hands out the marks after the series decider
History repeats itself as Morné Steyn breaks Lions hearts once again
Veteran outhalf reprises his heroics from 12 years ago with late penalty winner
Gerry Thornley: Series success looks a bridge too far for the Lions
Warren Gatland's side must find a way to get round the South Africa defence
Lions Tour: Gatland eyeing aerial security with new XV
British and Irish Lions head coach explains the six changes made for series decider
Lions Tour: Kyle Sinckler could face lengthy ban for alleged biting incident
Prop cited for incident during a ruck in the 64th minute of defeat to South Africa
Stuart Hogg ‘categorically’ denies biting Willie Le Roux in Lions defeat
Second Test in Cape Town saw more controversial refereeing and TMO decisions
South Africa 27 Lions 9 – How the Lions players rated
John O’Sullivan runs the rule over Warren Gatland’s side after defeat in Cape Town
Lions Tour: South Africa’s statement win sets up series decider
The Springboks proved a different proposition in a dominant second Test display
Matt Williams: Rugby in desperate need of a major overhaul to its antiquated laws
First Lions Test the perfect example of the negative blight now ruining the game
Warren Gatland delighted with win but expects strong Springboks backlash
‘They’ll be hurt from this because they’re an incredibly proud nation,’ says head coach
Lions have learned the hard way that defence is a matter of pride for Springboks
Damien de Allende, Jean de Villiers and Brian O’Driscoll on the green wall that awaits
Robbie Henshaw, Tadhg Furlong and Jack Conan named in starting Lions team
Tadhg Beirne and Conor Murray among replacements for first Test against Springboks
Itoje plans to ‘influence’ and ‘energise’ second time around with the Lions
A breakout star four years ago, Saracens lock hails the return of tour captain Jones
Three Irish players in leaked British and Irish Lions team
Iain Henderson, Tadhg Beirne and Conor Murray set to be among replacements
Warren Gatland admits Lions selection is wide open for first Test
‘It’s probably fluid in terms of 60 or 70 per cent’
Lions get a rude awakening as South Africa A hand out a bruising defeat
Yet again Warren Gatland’s side struggled resourcing their own ball at the breakdown
Lions lock Maro Itoje condemns racist abuse of England footballers
‘The England football team inspired the nation and inspired people all across the globe’
Warren Gatland hoping most chaotic week is now behind the Lions
‘We’ve just got to go with the flow and react to whatever is thrown at us’
Lions pile on the points against the Sharks after Jaden Hendrikse red card
Tadhg Beirne, Jamie George and Anthony Watson each score two tries in victory
Late changes for Lions as Itoje and Russell withdrawn from Sharks clash
Adam Beard comes into the side and Bundee Aki on to the bench
Lions get things in order on the pitch after chaotic build-up to Sharks game
Josh Adams and Duhan van der Merwe score hat-tricks in big win in Johannesburg
Iain Henderson ‘incredibly excited’ to lead the Lions out
Warren Gatland says the experienced Irish secondrow was the obvious choice
Conor Murray has capacity to spark fearlessness in his squad as Lions captain
Irish scrumhalf is a player who can define what kind of leader he wants to be on tour
Conor Murray’s appointment as captain a huge recognition of his Lions status
Lions tours have marked benchmarks in Munster man’s career, and never more so than now
Conor Murray: ‘I still don’t have my head around it . . . it’s an unbelievable honour’
Ireland scrumhalf admits he was surprised to be named as new captain of the Lions
Gordon D'Arcy: James Ryan is not getting the best out of his skillset
Likes of Ryan, Ringrose and Stockdale could not quite grasp opportunity when it counted
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