Personal criticism has actually been a huge positive, says Gatland

Warren Gatland savoured a rare Test victory in New Zealand but was determined not to get too carried away as he encouraged the baiters in his home country's media to keep up their personal attacks on him.

Personal criticism has actually been a huge positive, says Gatland

Warren Gatland savoured a rare Test victory in New Zealand but was determined not to get too carried away as he encouraged the baiters in his home country's media to keep up their personal attacks on him, writes Simon Lewis.

The British & Irish Lions levelled their series with the All Blacks at Westpac Stadium today thanks to a thrilling win against the 14-man world champions, who had centre Sonny Bill Williams sent off in the 26th minute for a no-arms shoulder charge into wing Anthony Watson's head.

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