Warren Gatland defends Lions meet-up that comes days before European finals

Warren Gatland has defended the British and Irish Lions' scheduling their first squad get-together just days before Saracens and Gloucester take part in European finals.

Head coach Gatland thanked Saracens and Gloucester for releasing players to attend the Lions' 'messy Monday' in London, where the tourists will receive their kit ahead of the summer's Test series in New Zealand.