Valetini out; Wallabies set for third Test changes
The Wallabies will be without star back-rower Rob Valetini for the third and final Test against the British and Irish Lions, as coach Joe Schmidt prepares to make a shock selection at scrum-half.
The Wallabies will be without star back-rower Rob Valetini for the third and final Test against the British and Irish Lions, as coach Joe Schmidt prepares to make a shock selection at scrum-half.
Jasmine Joyce-Butchers says she and wife Alisha have "wanted a baby for so long" that the timing of their pregnancy during a World Cup year is irrelevant.
France want to make up for lost time with a long-term relationship with the British and Irish Lions says federation vice-president Abdel Benazzi.
Ireland are "quite confident" injured back row Aoife Wafer will "play some part" in the Women's Rugby World Cup, says scrum coach Denis Fogarty.
How much do you remember of this summer's British and Irish Lions tour of Australia? Test your knowledge with our quiz.
The British and Irish Lions ended a 12-year wait for a Test series win after dramatically defeating Australia 29-26 Melbourne Cricket Ground on Saturday. Where will the Lions of 2025 rank among the past five winning tours?.
The lure of Australian Rules and rugby league in Australia means that the Wallabies will always have to fight for talent according to those on the ground down under.
Jamie Roberts and Matt Dawson join Chris to rank the greatest tours in Lions history.
The forgotten controversy from the MCG was Lions hooker Dan Sheehan’s NFL-style dive over Wallabies tacklers to score. But despite concerns about the safety consequences, there are no plans to amend the laws.
British and Irish Lions captain Maro Itoje says "we want to part of something very special" as they target a third Test win against Australia on Saturday.
New Dragons defence coach Dale Macleod says he "really enjoys" working with head coach Filo Tiatia, who he previously worked alongside in Super Rugby.
Jasmine Joyce-Butchers will win her 50th cap as Wales aim to do the double over Australia in Sydney.
Dragons' owners are backed to fight for the club's future as the Welsh Rugby Union ponders a cut of regions.
In leading his team to a series win in Australia, Lions captain Maro Itoje is congratulated by the legendary Willie John McBride.
The Wales star burns the Wallaroos with a beautiful grubber in the pouring rain in Brisbane.
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt defends 'resilient' Carlo Tizzano after the highly controversial end to Saturday's loss to the Lions at the MCG.
Here is everything you need to know as the British and Irish Lions eye a clean sweep over the Wallabies in their final Test of this summer's tour.
Chris is in Sydney chatting to Michael Hooper and Maro Itoje ahead of the third Test.
British and Irish Lions centre Garry Ringrose has been ruled out of the third and final Test against Australia due to 12-day concussion protocols.
The Wallabies have lost two of their powerful forwards for the final Lions Test in Sydney, but have recalled a wily veteran.
What is the most memorable Lions moment? Jamie Roberts and Matt Dawson rank their top 10.
What is the most memorable Lions moment? Jamie Roberts and Matt Dawson rank their top 10.
Alan Gilpin rejects Joe Schmidt's claim that the decision around Jac Morgan's clearout at the end of the second Test contravened the sport's player welfare drive.
Centre Garry Ringrose is ruled out of the British and Irish Lions' third Test against Australia on Saturday as he continues to recover from a head injury.
World Rugby boss cited smart mouthguards as evidence of its commitment to player welfare – but the same equipment showed Wallaby accused of “diving” suffered a significant blow to the neck.
Test rugby remains the pinnacle of the game and franchise leagues that do not offer players the chance to play it are unlikely to attract top talent, World Rugby chief executive Alan Gilpin said on Tuesday.
Test rugby remains the pinnacle of the game and franchise leagues that do not offer players the chance to play it are unlikely to attract top talent, World Rugby chief executive Alan Gilpin said on Tuesday.
World Rugby boss Alan Gilpin says he has no regrets about overlooking the MCG for the 2027 RWC final, after the venue played host to an unforgettable Test between the Wallabies and British and Irish Lions last Saturday.
World Rugby will share findings of its review into the Jac Morgan clean-out with the key stakeholders, but the findings will not be made public.
The hits keep on coming for the Wallabies, with veteran prop Allan Alaalatoa to miss the third and final Test against the British and Irish Lions in Sydney on Saturday.
Sale Sharks lock Hyron Andrews agrees a new one-year contract to stay at the club for next season.
The British and Irish Lions are on the final stop of their tour of Australia. Keeping them in kit has been a constant juggling act for the team behind the team.
Hannah Dallavalle admits she was disappointed to be relieved of the Wales women captaincy, but is starting to enjoy a more relaxed role around camp.
Ollie Leatherbarrow has signed a contract keeping him at Newcastle Falcons for next season.
Ollie Leatherbarrow has signed a contract keeping him at Newcastle Falcons for next season.
Matt Burke, Jamie Roberts and Matt Burke analyse the series-defining call on Jac Morgan's cleanout.
Former World Cup final referee Nigel Owens says Jac Morgan performed the perfect clearout in the build-up to the British and Irish Lions series winning try against Australia.
Former World Cup final referee Nigel Owens says Jac Morgan performed the perfect clearout in the build-up to the British and Irish Lions series winning try against Australia.
All the information required to make your selections for the NSW feature meeting.
The Wallabies are still reeling from a controversial defeat in Melbourne, defending Carlo Tizzano’s integrity after former England player James Haskell accused the breakaway of diving.
The Wallabies say they will have no trouble getting up for the third Test against the British and Irish Lions, as Rugby Australia seeks some clarity over the controversial Jac Morgan clean-out.
World Rugby's crackdown on head contact, while admirable, was always going to create an incident like the one for which an all-time great Test match between the Wallabies and British and Irish Lions will now forever be remembered.
The British and Irish Lions will want a 3-0 series whitewash to be lauded as one of the most successful touring party for decades, writes Matt Dawson.
The British and Irish Lions will want a 3-0 series whitewash to be lauded as one of the most successful touring party for decades, writes Matt Dawson.
Outstanding Bath and Scotland fly-half Finn Russell will want to finish his greatest ever season with a Lions series clean sweep against Australia in Sydney, writes Tom English.
Outstanding Bath and Scotland fly-half Finn Russell will want to finish his greatest ever season with a Lions series clean sweep against Australia in Sydney, writes Tom English.
Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh has backed Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt over his spray at the referee’s decision to not penalise foul play in the final minute of the second Lions Test.
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt disputes the referee's perspective on the important call that ended the Lions series.
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt believes his wounded side have the mental resilience to bounce back in Sydney.
A former Lions player has passionately taken aim at the controversy surrounding Australia’s last-gasp defeat, saying Wallabies player Carlo Tizzano is the one who should have been red carded for diving.
That was an incredible game of Test match rugby, finished with a dagger blow to the hearts of Australian rugby by Irishman Hugo Keenan.
The British & Irish Lions came back from an 18-point deficit to beat Australia 29-26 in front a mammoth crowd in Melbourne on Saturday.
Australia coach Joe Schmidt says Jac Morgan's clearout in the lead-up to the British and Irish Lions' series-clinching try should have been penalised.
Australia coach Joe Schmidt says Jac Morgan's clearout in the lead-up to the British and Irish Lions' series-clinching try should have been penalised.
Captain Maro Itoje is targeting a 3-0 clean sweep of Test wins over Australia - but will first "savour the moment" of completing a series win.
Captain Maro Itoje is targeting a 3-0 clean sweep of Test wins over Australia - but will first "savour the moment" of completing a series win.
British and Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell says his side "showed what it takes to be a Lion" as they beat Australia 29-26 in the second Test to seal a series victory.
British and Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell says his side "showed what it takes to be a Lion" as they beat Australia 29-26 in the second Test to seal a series victory.
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt was adamant Lions replacement Jac Morgan's late clean-out, which was reviewed by the officials, was illegal and should have denied the British and Irish Lions their series-sealing try.
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt says the decision not to penalise the Lions for a contentious clear-out in the final minute goes against rugby’s push for player safety.
British and Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell has said his side will quickly turn their focus to securing a series whitewash a beating Australia 29-26 in Melbourne on Saturday.
What a match! Two magnificent teams delivering 80 minutes of skill, guts and a finish full of controversy as the Wallabies go down swinging against the Lions.
Andy Farrell offers no definitive opinion on the referee decision that benefited his side.
The British & Irish Lions stormed back from an 18-point deficit to overhaul Australia 29-26 and seal the series with a test to spare.
Fixtures, kick-off times, results and try-scorers for the British and Irish Lions' tour of Australia.
Former England wing Chris Ashton discusses the key moment when the British and Irish Lions overcome Australia's first-half strength to come from 23-5 down to beat them 29-26 and seal the series in a thrilling game at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Former England wing Chris Ashton discusses the key moment when the British and Irish Lions overcome Australia's first-half strength to come from 23-5 down to beat them 29-26 and seal the series in a thrilling game at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
The British and Irish Lions win a classic second Test against Australia - and clinch the series - in the most dramatic circumstances in Melbourne.
The British and Irish Lions win a classic second Test against Australia - and clinch the series - in the most dramatic circumstances in Melbourne.
Martin Johnson and Michael Hooper analyse the significant improvement from the Wallabies.
Michael Hooper offers his advice on how the Wallabies should move forward after the second Test loss.
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt disputes the referee's perspective on the important call that ended the Lions series.
A 'hurt' Harry Wilson is asked about the controversial call that cruelled the Wallabies.
The Australian Wallbies take on the British & Irish Lions in the second of three games in the 2025 British & Irish Lions Tour at the MCG in Melbourne.
Morgan Turinui issues a passionate reaction to a controversial call.
The Wallabies fell short against the Lions in a 29-26 loss in Melbourne. Here’s who stood up and those who flopped on the biggest stage.
Former England wing Chris Ashton and BBC rugby union correspondent Chris Jones react to a dramatic Lions win in Melbourne.
Former England wing Chris Ashton and BBC rugby union correspondent Chris Jones react to a dramatic Lions win in Melbourne.
Hugo Keenan's last-minute try wins a classic Test match and seals a series victory for the British and Irish Lions over Australia.
Hugo Keenan's last-minute try wins a classic Test match and seals a series victory for the British and Irish Lions over Australia.
The Wallabies have been denied an upset win over the British and Irish Lions in heartbreaking and controversial fashion after the visitors scored a last-gasp try to claim a thrilling 29-26 victory.
Join ESPN for live updates as Australia host the British and Irish Lions at the MCG in a huge second Test with the series on the line.
Joseph Suaalii delivers on his pay cheque by splitting open the Lions defence.
James Slipper muscles under the British and Irish Lions' edge defence to score.
Harry Potter has to depart the second Test early with a hamstring injury.
The British and Irish Lions are denied a try but awarded a penalty with both captains receiving a talking to.
Will Skelton brings the intensity to the Lions by sparking a melee.
The Wallabies were denied a memorable win after a last-minute try by the Lions but whether Carlo Tizzano was illegally cleared out just before it remains up for debate.
Gold Coast is controversially awarded a try in Auckland with the Bunker deeming Jojo Fifita planted the ball.
Wales celebrate a first win under head coach Sean Lynn with a 21-12 victory over Australia in Brisbane in the first of two Tests.
Australia will be boosted by the return of Rob Valetini and Will Skelton in Melbourne. How they harness that go-forward and embrace the intensity of their First Nations and Pasifika colleagues, will be vital in the second Test.
Scotland's difficult preparations for the Women's Rugby World Cup continues with a warm-up defeat by Italy in Parma.
Scotland's difficult preparations for the Women's Rugby World Cup continues with a warm-up defeat by Italy in Parma.
The 27-year-old Wallaby made a surprise visit to the club where he played as a junior after moving to Australia from England when he was 10. .
The First Nations and Pasifika team and the Waratahs were able to give the Lions a scare, now it’s time for the Wallabies to do the same.