“As you would expect, we are progressing with our plans based on the latest information available to us,” said The British & Irish Lions managing director Ben Calveley. 2021 British and Irish Lions squad (Ireland players in bold, Ulster player in bold caps) Captain: Alun Wyn Jones. The British and Irish Lions' last tour was in 2017, when they tied the three-game series in New Zealand. Or €8.99 to buy MP3 album. Gatland takes Lions selection gamble, but is his reasoning flawed? 4.0 out of 5 stars 1. Reaction from around Britain and Ireland as the players found out they had been included in Warren Gatland's Lions squad for the tour to South Africa. 10 comments 23 March 2021 15:58 Reading Time: 4 mins. ... Live updates Show latest updates . The British and Irish Lions moved a step closer to a ‘home’ tour after Boris Johnson announced plans for sporting crowds to return by the summer.. The British & Irish Lions have provided an update on the 2021 Castle Lager Lions Series #LionsRugby #CastleLionsSeries — British & Irish Lions (@lionsofficial) March 23, 2021 Former Lions scrum-half Mike Phillips looks ahead to this summer's tour to South Africa . Lions Rugby 2021 Tour update. The Vodafone Lions 1888 Cup FAQs. Naturally, the current home of the world champions, South Africa, will be seeking to replicate their 2009 success by pulling off another … British and Irish Lions board RULE OUT tour to Australia while delaying final call on summer series against the Springboks... with UK Government yet to confirm it will underwrite fixtures Follow all the latest updates after Warren Gatland revealed his 37-man squad for the British and Irish Lions’ tour of South Africa this summer The British and Irish Lions squad to tour South Africa has been announced. “As you would expect, we are progressing with our plans based on the latest information available to us,” said The British & Irish Lions managing director Ben Calveley. Naturally, the current home of the world champions, South Africa, will be seeking to replicate their 2009 success by pulling off another spectacular triumph. Last updated on 5 January 2021 5 January 2021. Updated: 29 Apr 2021, 18:07; THE British and Irish Lions will take to the skies and tour South Africa THIS summer for an eight-match tour. 738. The British and Irish Lions drew their 2017 Test series in New Zealand. All you need to know ahead of the announcement of which players have made the British and Irish Lions squad to take on the Springboks in the summer. The British & Irish Lions and SA Rugby have confirmed they are aligned on delivering the Castle Lager Lions Series in South Africa in the scheduled playing window. Welsh Rugby Union interim chief executive Steve Phillips says the British and Irish Lions are looking to stage matches against South Africa this year, rather than delay until 2022. Warren Gatland and his coaching team have picked a 37-man squad – up from the 36 expected to be named – … “To date, the Lions Board has had repeated meetings to discuss all scenarios available and is in constant dialogue. The British & Irish Lions will play three Test matches against the reigning World Champions South Africa on their epic tour in 2021 as well as five other matches across four different locations. 1620298730. British and Irish Lions 2021: Proposals for return of fans to be taken to South African government Last updated on 31 March 2021 31 March 2021 . Gatland Mixing British and Irish Lions Coaching Staff Up May 7, 2021 RWU Europe , Featured , Gallagher Premiership , Guinness Pro 14 , RWU , Southern Hemisphere , Super Rugby , … South African rugby news, fixtures, results, video, interviews, and more. Streaming Hot. The British & Irish Lions have provided an update on the 2021 Tour to South Africa. Last Updated: 06/05/21 1:11pm The live stream has now concluded. Rugby Union 21/04/21 10:00pm. by Broekn English, Johnny Warman, British Lions, Broken Home, et al. Latest news, stream, predictions and updates as picks revealed. After further consultation with SA Rugby, we will update on the outcome of these meetings in due course. From the section Rugby Union The British and Irish Lions are pushing ahead with plans to stage a farewell Test on home soil before next summer's tour of South Africa in defiance of the wishes of Premiership clubs. Advertisement. “However, given the uncertainty that continues to be caused by the coronavirus pandemic both in South Africa, as well as the UK and Ireland, we are very aware of the need to make a timely decision on the best way forward; not least so that we can provide clarity to supporters booked to travel to South Africa next summer, or those thinking of making the trip. The British & Irish Lions v Japan. British and Irish Lions fans want the 2021 tour to go ahead (AFP via Getty Images) Lions supporters have started a petition calling for this summer's … €3.00 delivery. Who will captain the British and Irish Lions? All the latest news from the British & Irish Lions. The Lions are the greatest touring rugby team in the world. We look through the contenders for the 2021 British and Irish Lions centre positions, and who Warren Gatland might be looking at. UPDATED | British & Irish Lions predicted 2021 squad, according to the bookies. Lions Tour Updated: 18:46 EDT. Manu Tuilagi remains on course to return for Sale this month and director of rugby Alex Sanderson says he would select the centre for the British and Irish Lions tour. Johnny Sexton's injury problems are behind the fly-half missing out on British & Irish Lions selection, according to former Ireland team-mate Tommy Bowe. Live-event Live updates as British and Irish Lions squad is named for South Africa tour. Close. The Lions are set to kick off their Tour on 3 July against DHL Stormers, before fixtures against SA Invitation XV, Cell C Sharks, South Africa A and Vodacom Bulls. British & Irish Lions managing director Ben Calveley says they will continue 'constant dialogue' and review all relevant information related to Covid-19 ahead of the tour to South Africa. Premiership players to be released for Lions warm-up game against Japan. British & Irish Lions squad unveiled for 2021 South Africa tour – live! Last updated on 5 February 2021 5 February 2021. Ellis Genge has played down his chances of a British and Irish Lions call-up after receiving no contact from Warren Gatland or his management team. Ahead of Warren Gatland's British and Irish Lions squad announcement on Thursday, we look at some of the players in contention to captain the touring side. Ian McGeechan has coached the British & Irish Lions twice in South Africa, as well as touring as a player . Lions Origin Club: The love affair with Porthcawl RFC. British Lions vs. THC Franziskaner 0:1 There it is. Audio CD Live At The Waldorf San Francisco 1978 by British Lions. Saturday 26 June 2021 at BT Murrayfield Stadium, kick-off time TBC. British and Irish Lions. Courtney Lawes has revealed his shock at making Warren Gatland's 37-man British and Irish Lions squad - then quickly pledged to be fighting fit in time for the South Africa tour. Last updated on 4 April 2020 4 April 2020. The first loss this season against a well defending opponent without a single chance in 90 minutes. British & Irish Lions squad announcement LIVE! The prospect of relocating the British & Irish Lions tour of South Africa to the UK and Ireland moved a step closer on Monday after the government’s … Here's Greenwood's current Lions XV, based on Six Nations form and which is sure to change between now and the first Test in Johannesburg … Warren Gatland is expected to name his panel around 12.30pm The British & Irish Lions are facing a coaching crisis after three late withdrawals from Warren Gatland’s first-choice management team.Gatland had hoped to … British & Irish Lions squad announcement LIVE! “In the meantime, we continue regular discussion with our partners in the UK, Ireland and South Africa, including the British High Commission in Pretoria, the Irish Embassy and various government departments, to ascertain as much information as possible on this fast-evolving, complex situation.”. The British & Irish Lions have provided an update on the 2021 Castle Lager Lions Series #LionsRugby #CastleLionsSeries — British & Irish Lions (@lionsofficial) March … Although it’s about a year until Warren Gatland picks his Lions squad, the public has already started talking about who will make it onto the plane and who will line-up in the first Test against South Africa. Reigning … The guests scored the winning goal by an deflected freekick in the first half. British & Irish Lions contenders: Half-backs . Kyle Sinckler was a shock omission from the British & Irish Lions squad for the tour to South Africa as the England players paid the price for a dismal Six Nations campaign.Warren Gatland, the Lions Warren Gatland sprung a host of surprises in the 37-man squad he announced for the British & Irish Lions tour of South Africa, with Kyle Sinckler, Jonathan Davies and … British and Irish Lions Tour. The Lions board is keen to ensure the series with South Africa goes ahead in front of fans. British & Irish Lions: Stephen Ferris picks his Lions XV to face South Africa in 2021 Stephen Ferris gives Sky Sports his verdict on who has impressed, who has work to … Wales skipper Alun Wyn Jones has been confirmed as the British and Irish Lions tour captain for their 2021 series vs South Africa. Their journey in 2021 will be a special one. We take a look at some of the contenders for the back three in Warren Gatland's British and Irish Lions squad for the tour of South Africa this summer. It has been a 12-year wait, and every South African has patiently anticipated the upcoming British and Irish Lions Tour 2021. By . BT Murrayfield will host the British & Irish Lions Test match against Japan on Saturday 26 June 2021 for the Vodafone Lions 1888 Cup. by British Lions. McGeechan: No such thing as a 'nailed-on' Lion, British & Irish Lions contenders: Bolters, Lions squad announcement: All you need to know, Smith, Care emerge as shock potential Lions picks, British & Irish Lions contenders: The back three, Sanderson: I would take Tuilagi on Lions tour, British & Irish Lions contenders: Centres, British & Irish Lions contenders: Half-backs. From the section Rugby Union. The eyes of the rugby world will be watching later this week when British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland names his 36-man squad for the 2021 tour of South Africa.. Six Nations 2021. South African rugby news, fixtures, results, video, interviews, and more. Warren Gatland is in no doubt Sam Simmonds has the perfect attributes to make an impact for the Lions in South Africa. The British and Irish Lions and Premiership Rugby remain unable to reach an agreement on player release for the tour of South Africa. Warren Gatland’s men are set to take on Japan at Murrayfield before tra… Last updated on 15 March 2021 15 March 2021. British and Irish Lions Tour 2021: Head Coaches: The Recent History of The British and Irish Lions in South Africa: Writers Prediction: It has been a 12-year wait, and every South African has patiently anticipated the upcoming British and Irish Lions Tour 2021. From the section Welsh Rugby. The Lions are due to kick off an eight-match Tour in South Africa on 3 July and continue to review the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. Latest news, stream, predictions and updates as picks revealed. A final decision on this summer’s British & Irish Lions tour will be taken by the end of March with officials increasingly keen to host it on home soil in front of live audiences. The first-ever clash between the world’s greatest touring side and the Brave Blossoms will raise the curtain for the Lions’ eagerly awaited Tour to South Africa, which culminates in a three Test series against Rugby World Cup champions, the Springboks. Last Updated: 02/03/21 6:12am. MP3 Download Listen with Music Unlimited. 377. - All the questions are set to be answered this afternoon as we find out which 37 men coach Warren Gatland has chosen to represent the British & Irish Alun Wyn Jones has spoken of his pride at being named as British & Irish Lions captain for the tour to South Africa. We look through the contenders for the 2021 British and Irish Lions half-back positions, and who Warren Gatland might be looking at. Warren Gatland’s 36-man squad to be named from 11.45am BST The Breakdown: this unique tour needs right characters British and Irish Lions tour to South Africa to go ahead as planned. When is the Lions tour and will fans be allowed to travel? British and Irish Lions Tour. Sam Simmonds, who last played for England in 2018, has been included in a 37-man British and Irish Lions squad to face South Africa. Audio CD Currently unavailable. Match Date: Match: Not even the roaring baby lions beside the pitch made the Lions score a goal today. Warren Gatland said concerns over Johnny Sexton's "durability" lay behind one of his "toughest decisions" in omitting the veteran flyhalf from the upcoming British and Irish Lions tour of South Africa.. Ireland captain Sexton was the most high-profile absentee from the 37-man squad unveiled by Lions boss Gatland on Thursday, with the New Zealander opting for Wales' Dan Biggar, England's … The British & Irish Lions have provided an update on the 2021 Tour to South Africa. A final decision on this summer’s British & Irish Lions tour will be taken by the end of March with officials increasingly keen to host it on home soil in front of live audiences. | 2019. Audio CD €3.57 € 3.57. [more] British & Irish Lions. The fate of the British and Irish Lions' tour to South Africa will be decided in the next few weeks. Gatland names Lions coaching team for 2021 tour of South Africa. Lions coach Warren Gatland speaks to Sky Sports about his selections and why getting the balance right is the key to beating the Springboks. The website of the British & Irish Lions tour to South Africa 2021, playing three tests against the Rugby World Cup winning Springboks British and Irish Lions Lions team news is expected to be announced at 12.30pm. We look through the contenders for potential 2021 British and Irish Lions bolters, and who head coach Warren Gatland might be looking at. Sexton claims beating England will secure Ireland more Lions places . The British and Irish Lions squad to tour South Africa has been announced. Ulster skipper Iain Henderson has been named as a British and Irish Lion for the second time in his career. Warren Gatland is set to name his 36-man squad for the British and Irish Lions tour of South Africa this week, in what is a significant marker in the … VIEW COMMENTS. International. Stephen Ferris assess the Lions squad contenders and picks his XV to face South Africa . Lions fans start petition for 2021 South Africa tour to go ahead as planned. Last Updated: 16/03/21 12:45pm. show ad LIONS TOUR 2021 - RSA: BRITISH AND IRISH LIONS NEWS. The Lions are set for an eight-match tour, including three Tests against world champions South Africa, from July 3 to August 7 under strict COVID-19 protocols. The British and Irish Lions warm-up match against Japan clashes with the Premiership final, but now players will be released at the conclusion of their domestic commitments and for any training camp ahead of that fixture. It will meet throughout January and into February, if required, to review all relevant information and data. British & Irish Lions news: Agreement reached over release of players The South African 10:02 28-Apr-21. In the aftermath of Warren Gatland's 2021 British and Irish Lions squad announcement, we look at the winners and losers from the forwards. 1st October 2020. The Lions are due to kick off an eight-match Tour in South Africa on 3 July and continue to review the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. How to watch the British and Irish Lions squad announcement independent.co.uk - Jamie Braidwood • 4h. They then kick off a three-Test series versus Rugby World Champions the Springboks on 24 July. From the section Rugby Union 1182. Warren Gatland and his coaching team have picked a 37-man squad – up from the 36 expected to be named – … British and Irish Lions ve All Blacks - live score and updates. We look through the contenders for the 2021 British and Irish Lions half-back positions, and who Warren Gatland might be looking at. Lions scrum-half options explained - and the three Gatland is likely to pick i … Sir Ian McGeechan says there is no such thing as a 'nailed-on' Lion ahead of Warren Gatland's squad announcement on Thursday. British and Irish Lions squad announcement LIVE updates as Warren Gatland names South Africa tour panel. All Blacks stars predict outcome of British and Irish Lions series against Springboks RugbyPass 07:59 28-Apr-21. Last updated on 31 March 2021 31 March 2021. Audio CD Currently unavailable. Rugby Union. British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland has named his 37-man squad for this summer’s South Africa tour. Will Greenwood says he "categorically" did not predict Warren Gatland's 37-man squad, and called on the younger players to prove they can be Test-match Lions. THE British and Irish Lions are hoping to salvage this summer’s tour of South Africa by bringing it to home soil. 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