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<p>One of the four Barbary lion cubs with its parents (Petr David Josek/AP)</p>

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Czech zoo welcomes Barbary lion cubs whose population is extinct in the wild

Four Barbary lion cubs have been born in a Czech zoo, a vital contribution to a small surviving population of the rare lion which is extinct in the wild.

<p>British and Irish Lions hooker Dan Sheehan scores their third try of the game during the Qatar Airways Lions Tour match at the Suncorp Stadium (David Davies/PA)</p>

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Lions one win from ending wait – 5 things we learned from first Test

Henry Pollock says the British and Irish Lions have set their sights on whitewashing Australia (David Davies/PA)

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Lions have set sights on whitewashing Wallabies – Henry Pollock

NSW Waratahs v British and Irish Lions - Qatar Airways Lions Tour 2025 - Allianz Stadium

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Owen Farrell in line for Lions return after first full training session

NSW Waratahs v British and Irish Lions - Qatar Airways Lions Tour 2025 - Allianz Stadium

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Andy Farrell felt NSW Waratahs deliberately watered pitch to hinder Lions

South Africa v British and Irish Lions - Castle Lager Lions Series - First Test - Cape Town Stadium

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Andy Farrell wants end to social media ‘nonsense’ after son Owen’s Lions call

South Africa v British and Irish Lions - Castle Lager Lions Series - Third Test - Cape Town Stadium

Lions call up Farrell to replace injured Daly, Beirne to skipper side in Sydney

The Munster man will lead the side at the Allianz Stadium against the Waratahs this weekend.

Thu, 03 Jul, 2025

Northampton Saints v Saracens - Gallagher Premiership - Semi Final - cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens

Owen Farrell poised for call-up as Lions await Elliot Daly scan results

Daly left the field in the second half of Wednesday’s 52-12 victory over Queensland Reds.

Thu, 03 Jul, 2025

Australia Lions Rugby

Andy Farrell plays down full-back concerns as Elliot Daly faces X-ray on forearm

Farrell denied the Lions are facing problems at full-back despite the doubt that now hovers over Daly’s ongoing participation in the tour.

Wed, 02 Jul, 2025

Scotland v Australia - Autumn International - Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium

Blair Kinghorn links up with Lions – and wakes up captain Maro Itoje

The Toulouse man linked up with the squad, days after helping his side clinch a third successive Top 14 title.

Tue, 01 Jul, 2025

British & Irish Lions Squad Training and Media Conference

Jamison Gibson-Park set for Lions debut against Queensland Reds

Gibson-Park forms a half-back partnership with Finn Russell – a playmaking axis that was the pre-tour favourite to start against the Wallabies.

Mon, 30 Jun, 2025

Australia Lions Rugby

British and Irish Lions face anxious wait over fitness of Tomos Williams

Williams sustained an injury to his left hamstring during the act of scoring the second of his two tries.

Sat, 28 Jun, 2025

Ireland Rugby Lions Argentina

British and Irish Lions urged to ‘create moments’ ahead of Australia tour opener

The Lions are eager to kickstart their tour after falling 28-24 to Argentina in the Dublin opener

Fri, 27 Jun, 2025

Dan Sheehan file photo

Dan Sheehan warns Lions will match Western Force’s hunger

The Lions know they are being targeted by Super Rugby teams eager to make history.

Thu, 26 Jun, 2025

Dan Sheehan file photo

Dan Sheehan goes from 'despising' Ellis Genge to loving 'funny bloke' Lions prop

Previously front-row rivals, Sheehan and Genge have joined forces on the 10-fixture expedition Down Under with both players strong contenders to start the first Test against the Wallabies on July 19

Tue, 24 Jun, 2025

British and Irish Lions Women's Programme Update - The Cinema in The Power Station

British and Irish Lions warn Australia must release players for tour fixtures

Internationals from the Reds, Waratahs and Brumbies are currently set to be held back for the Test series.

Mon, 23 Jun, 2025

The British and Irish Lions v Argentina - Lions 1888 Cup - Aviva Stadium

Jamison Gibson-Park and Hugo Keenan carry injuries as Lions land in Australia

Farrell’s squad arrived into Perth after a 20-hour journey from Dublin via Doha ahead of Saturday’s opening fixture on Australian soil against the Western Force.

Sun, 22 Jun, 2025

British and Irish Lions Media Day - Aviva Stadium

That’s how it should be – Andy Farrell insists Lions places still up for grabs

Farrell delivered positive fitness updates on Jamison Gibson-Park (glute), Huw Jones (Achilles) and Hugo Keenan (calf).

Wed, 18 Jun, 2025

Ireland Team Run - Thursday November 7th

Finlay Bealham will be a great fit for the group – Lions head coach Andy Farrell

Farrell believes replacement call-up Finlay Bealham will prove a “great fit” for the squad.

Wed, 11 Jun, 2025

Wales v Ireland - Guinness Men's Six Nations - Principality Stadium

Jamison Gibson-Park admits Leinster’s European exit tempered Lions call-up joy

The Ireland scrum-half is among a dozen Leinster players selected by Andy Farrell.

Sun, 18 May, 2025

Wales v England - Guinness Men's Six Nations - Principality Stadium

Henry Pollock vows to be himself as Lions pick sparks comparison to Luke Littler

Pollock is the youngest tourist in Andy Farrell’s 38-man squad.

Fri, 09 May, 2025

Leinster Rugby v Northampton Saints - Investec Champions Cup - Semi Final - Aviva Stadium

Brian O’Driscoll tips Henry Pollock to ‘thrive’ on British and Irish Lions tour

Former Lions captain O’Driscoll, one of only three players to go on four tours, said he classed 20-year-old Pollock as “a shoo-in” for the trip Down Under after watching his scintillating performances this season.

Fri, 09 May, 2025

Wales v England - Guinness Men's Six Nations - Principality Stadium

Maro Itoje front-runner for Lions captaincy with squad named on Thursday

Simplifying the decision to place the 2017 and 2021 Lions tourist in charge is the shoulder injury sustained by his main rival for the post Caelan Doris.

Wed, 07 May, 2025

British and Irish Lions Coaching Announcement - Johnson Gardens - London

Andy Farrell draws up initial 75-man squad list for Lions’ tour of Australia

At this stage no set roles have been assigned to the five assistants, none of whom have previous Lions coaching experience.

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

Richard Collins: Why did the three-legged lion swim more than a kilometre through predator-infested waters?

Richard Collins: Why did the three-legged lion swim more than a kilometre through predator-infested waters?

Jacob the lion survived poachers, a buffalo attack, a limb amputation and more — so when he wanted to meet females he wasn't going to let crocodile-infested waters stop him

Thu, 01 Aug, 2024

Andy Farrell file photo

Andy Farrell gets Warren Gatland’s backing for British and Irish Lions role

Warren Gatland has highlighted Ireland boss Andy Farrell’s credentials to coach the 2025 British and Irish Lions in Australia

Tue, 13 Dec, 2022

Rugby Union - 2014 Rugby Expo - Day One - Twickenham

Ieuan Evans named chair of British and Irish Lions board

Evans, 58, takes up the post on October 1, the Lions announced.

Wed, 27 Jul, 2022

South Africa A v The British and Irish Lions - Castle Lager Lions Series - Cape Town Stadium

Iain Henderson criticises Lions tactics and claims team was not selected on form

Iain Henderson has criticised the tactics used by the British and Irish Lions in their series defeat to South Africa and also claims Warren Gatland selected on reputation rather than form.

Thu, 23 Sep, 2021

South Africa v British and Irish Lions - Castle Lager Lions Series - Second Test - Cape Town Stadium

Talking points ahead of the Lions’ series decider with South Africa

The British and Irish Lions clash with South Africa in a series decider at Cape Town Stadium where a tour that has simmered with bad blood will reach its conclusion. Here, the PA news agency examines five talking points heading to the final Test.

Fri, 06 Aug, 2021

Wales v South Africa - Autumn International - Principality Stadium

South Africa vow to do their talking ‘between the lines’ against Lions

South Africa have pledged to settle the battle of the egos on the field in Saturday’s first Test against the British and Irish Lions.

Sat, 24 Jul, 2021

DHL Stormers v The British and Irish Lions - Castle Lager Lions Series - Cape Town Stadium

Alun Wyn Jones in Test picture after successful Lions return – Warren Gatland

Warren Gatland delivered a clean bill of health on Alun Wyn Jones after the British and Irish Lions captain made a successful comeback in a 49-3 victory over the Stormers in Cape Town.

Sat, 17 Jul, 2021

South Africa A v The British and Irish Lions - Castle Lager Lions Series - Cape Town Stadium

Warren Gatland insists Lions are ‘bullish’ despite defeat to South Africa A

A powerful shadow Springboks squad containing 11 World Cup winners held on for victory

Thu, 15 Jul, 2021

British and Irish Lions v Japan - The Vodafone Lions 1888 Cup - Murrayfield Stadium

Alun Wyn Jones could make remarkable return to Lions squad after rapid recovery

Alun Wyn Jones could make a sensational return to the British and Irish Lions squad after seeing dramatic progress in his recovery from the dislocated shoulder that appeared to have ended his tour.

Mon, 12 Jul, 2021

Emirates Lions v The British and Irish Lions - The Vodafone Lions 1888 Cup - Emirates Airline Park

Lions boss Warren Gatland defends selection of Luke Cowan-Dickie after criticism

Cowan-Dickie appeared off the bench against the Sigma Lions on Saturday, a week after being knocked out in Exeter’s Gallagher Premiership final defeat by Harlequins

Mon, 05 Jul, 2021

Emirates Lions v The British and Irish Lions - The Vodafone Lions 1888 Cup - Emirates Airline Park

Gatland reports clean bill of health for Lions after convincing victory

The Lions coach was full of praise for clinical four-try winger Josh Adams

Sat, 03 Jul, 2021

2021 British and Irish Lions Preview Package

Robbie Henshaw ruled out of Lions clash with Sharks due to hamstring injury

The Ireland centre impressed in the 28-10 victory over Japan

Fri, 02 Jul, 2021

British and Irish Lions v Japan - The Vodafone Lions 1888 Cup - Murrayfield Stadium

Warren Gatland likely to mix up selection for Lions tour opener

The Lions will face the Emirates Lions in their first in-country tour clash in Johannesburg on Saturday

Wed, 30 Jun, 2021

Lions Training Session - Friday June 25th - BT Murrayfield Stadium

Jamie George recalls Conor Murray's shock at being named Lions captain

George believes Murray will do an ‘amazing job’ as Lions captain

Tue, 29 Jun, 2021

Conor Murray 25/6/2021

Conor Murray admits he was surprised to be handed Lions captaincy role

"I still don't have my head around it, but it's an unbelievable honour. It's something that I never thought would be possible."

Sun, 27 Jun, 2021

England v South Africa - 2019 Rugby World Cup - Final - Yokohama Stadium

A new type of tour for the British and Irish Lions when they face South Africa

South Africa will host the British and Irish Lions for the 14th time this summer but the tour will be very different compared to the last meeting between the teams in 2009.

Fri, 25 Jun, 2021

Gregor Townsend file photo

Gregor Townsend reveals Lions’ team bonding session which has echoes of 1997

A boozy pub session has been credited for propelling the British and Irish Lions to victory over South Africa in 1997 and Warren Gatland’s men have adopted a similar approach to uniting rival nations.

Thu, 24 Jun, 2021

Scotland v Italy - Guinness Six Nations - BT Murrayfield Stadium

Hamish Watson out of Lions clash with Japan due to concussion

Justin Tipuric fills the vacancy at openside for Saturday’s match

Wed, 23 Jun, 2021

Sale Sharks v Bristol Bears - Gallagher Premiership - AJ Bell Stadium

Kyle Sinckler had already ‘processed’ Lions omission before getting late call-up

Kyle Sinckler admitted he had written off any hopes of finding a way into the British and Irish Lions squad after being left out of Warren Gatland’s initial selection last month.

Mon, 07 Jun, 2021

Dominic Cummings quizzed by MPs

Completely crackers that Boris Johnson is in power, says Cummings

He said that “in any sensible, rational government” he would have not had the power he did.

Wed, 26 May, 2021

Scotland v Italy - Guinness Six Nations - BT Murrayfield Stadium

Murrayfield to welcome 16,500 fans for Lions clash with Japan

It is likely to be the only occasion when the Lions play in front of fans

Wed, 19 May, 2021

England RFU Training Session - The Lensbury Hotel

England star Ben Youngs rules himself out of Lions contention for family reasons

'Whether or not I would have made the final cut, I’ll never know'

Sun, 02 May, 2021

Warren Gatland file photo

British and Irish Lions reach agreement with Premiership over release of players

The Lions play a pre-tour Test against Japan at Murrayfield on June 26

Tue, 27 Apr, 2021

A Scot and three Welshmen – A look at Warren Gatland’s Lions coaching staff

A Scot and three Welshmen – A look at Warren Gatland’s Lions coaching staff

British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland has unveiled the coaches who will work alongside him on the tour to South Africa this summer. Here, the PA news agency looks at the appointments and their records.

Tue, 13 Apr, 2021

New Zealand v British and Irish Lions - Third Test - Eden Park

Lions turn down Australia’s offer to stage the South Africa series Down Under

The Lions have declined Australia’s offer to host this summer’s series against South Africa.

Sat, 06 Mar, 2021

New Zealand v British and Irish Lions - Third Test - Eden Park

Rugby Australia’s offer to host Lions series being considered by organisers

The British and Irish Lions are considering an offer by Australia to host the summer series against South Africa.

Sun, 31 Jan, 2021