International Rugby

The class of 2009 restored some pride in the Lions concept and despite losing the series 2-1 to South Africa played some scintillating rugby and made a lot of friends.

Jul 17, 2009 - Neil Hughes

Can the British and Irish Lions beat South Africa in the three test series about to be played? Can McGeechan pull off another master stroke as he did in 1997?

Jun 16, 2009 - Neil Hughes

While Lions O'Leary and Shanklin are already ruled out of the tour, the Springboks have more than their share of injuries as they try to avenge the 1997 Lions win.

May 12, 2009 - Neil Hughes

Despite having a low turnout on the 2009 Lions tour, Scottish rugby has provided some of the greatest players ever to wear a British and Irish Lions jersey.

May 10, 2009 - Neil Hughes

With England's success in winning the 2003 Rugby World Cup, it's easy to pick great Lions simply from this era. However, there are legends from all eras of English rugby.

May 2, 2009 - Neil Hughes

With Paul O'Connell's announcement as the 2009 Lions captain, Irishmen have now skippered the British Lions on 10 occasions. Here are some of the great Irish Lions.

Apr 22, 2009 - Neil Hughes

British Lions tour manager Gerald Davies today announced a squad of 37 players to play the Springboks in a three test series in South Africa in June.

Apr 21, 2009 - Neil Hughes

The British Lions have always had a special place in Welsh hearts. Here are five great Welsh Lions, Barry John, Graham Price, Scott Gibbs, Delme Thomas and Cliff Morgan.

Apr 21, 2009 - Neil Hughes

With the British Lions 2009 tour to South Africa about to get underway, this is a look at the best players ever to wear the Lions Jersey.

Apr 20, 2009 - Neil Hughes

When the British Lions tour South Africa this summer, thousands of supporters will follow them. Here are some ideas for those at the Emerging Springboks game in Cape Town

Apr 15, 2009 - Neil Hughes

The British and Irish Lions tour South Africa on May 31st. The 1997 Lions beat the Springboks 2-1, winning in Cape Town and Durban before losing in Johannesburg

Apr 14, 2009 - Neil Hughes

Outside half will be a key position for the British and Irish Lions in South Africa this summer. They will need a player who can control the game, so who will it be?

Apr 4, 2009 - Neil Hughes

Wales will host its first ever Friday night game in the Six Nations Championship against France on February 26th. Grand Slam winners Ireland play Italy in the first game.

Apr 2, 2009 - Neil Hughes

In 1997, Ian McGeechan led his unfancied British Lions team to play the Springboks, winners of the Rugby World Cup in front of Nelson Mandela in 1995.

Mar 31, 2009 - Neil Hughes

The last weekend in March sees the IRB rugby Sevens Series arrive at its most prestigious stop, Hong Kong. As 40,000 fans prepare to party, how did this event evolve?

Mar 26, 2009 - Neil Hughes

The last week of the Six Nations saw Ireland win their first Grand Slam in 61 years. England's improvement continued with a win over Scotland and France trounced Italy.

Mar 23, 2009 - Neil Hughes

Cardiff celebrated St Patrick's Day for the second time in a week on Saturday as thousands of Irish rugby fans toasted their first Grand Slam since 1948.

Mar 22, 2009 - Neil Hughes

Ireland's, 'Golden Generation', look to justify that title by beating Six Nations Champions Wales this weekend and win their first Grand Slam in over 60 years.

Mar 19, 2009 - Neil Hughes

Ireland are still on track for a first Six Nations Grand Slam in over 60 years after narrowly beating Scotland at Murrayfield on Saturday.

Mar 16, 2009 - Neil Hughes

In Dubai, 80/1 outsiders Wales caused the biggest shock in the tournament's sixteen year history by beating Argentina to become the World seven-a-side rugby champions.

Mar 9, 2009 - Neil Hughes