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British and Irish Lions 2021: Alun Wyn Jones fit for first Test, says Steve Tandy
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Monday, 19 July 2021 03:31
Returning British and Irish Lions captain Alun Wyn Jones is fit for Saturday's first Test against South Africa, says defence coach Steve Tandy.Tandy also confirmed "the majority" of the team for the game had been decided.Jones, who dislocated his shoulder in a warm-up match against Japan on 26 June, played 30 minutes last Saturday to complete a remarkable recovery.Asked if…
Wayne Pivac: Wales head coach takes stock after longest season
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Sunday, 18 July 2021 06:05
So that's a wrap. The end of one of the longest seasons in international Welsh rugby history as mid-July's scorching sunshine signalled the conclusion of this unique campaign.The British and Irish Lions have three weeks remaining of their Test series in South Africa and Wales boast a sizeable contingent. But for Wayne Pivac's national side, that is finally it.Defeat against…
British and Irish Lions 2021: Wing Josh Adams 'emotional' after birth of baby
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Sunday, 18 July 2021 02:54
Wales wing Josh Adams says he had to keep his emotions in check after returning to the field for the British and Irish Lions after the birth of his daughter.Adams withdrew from Wednesday's 17-13 defeat against South Africa A to witness the birth of his first child over a video call.The 26-year-old returned to line up against Stormers in the…
Matt Dawson column: Former British and Irish Lion picks team for first Test
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Saturday, 17 July 2021 23:43
The team for the first Test on a Lions tour has never been a foregone conclusion.Particularly over the last three tours, we have gone through the process of trying to second guess head coach Warren Gatland.My experience of him is that he has a very definite type of player in mind who needs to implement the style of play that…
British and Irish Lions: Warren Gatland expects 'robust' selection debate for first Test
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Saturday, 17 July 2021 12:55
British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland says he expects a lively discussion about selection for the first Test with South Africa.Gatland says he thinks the toughest decisions will be made in "the back three and the loose forwards"."We will go through the process over the next 72 hours and there will be some robust debate," he added.The Lions…
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British and Irish Lions: Josh Adams misses game to watch birth of baby over video call
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