Rugby

Leaked Wallaby lineup – fact or fiction?

By David Lord, Today

 

It’s conceivable that the leaked Wallabies lineup is right, but with no bench and only a passing mention of Kurtley Beale, the leak is suspicious.

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The Wallabies team to play the first Test against the British and Irish Lions has leaked a day ahead of the scheduled announcement, with The Roar understanding that the XV line-up is accurate.

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SPIRO’S Lions Diary: Brumbies show Wallabies how to do it

By Spiro Zavos, Today

 

Old Spiro is an ancient who should have been born in the 18th century, or at least before the modern technological age.

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Australia’s main man, Will Genia, says the Wallabies are prepared for the most difficult assignment they’ve faced in the Robbie Deans era on Saturday night – one even more intimidating than their All Black nemeses.

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The victorious Brumbies have delivered the Wallabies a blueprint for beating the British and Irish Lions which could prove invaluable in the first Test on Saturday.

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Blues coach Sir John Kirwan admits he’s taken a few risks in naming a 26-man squad to travel to South Africa for Super Rugby matches against the Sharks and Cheetahs.

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The British and Irish Lions have received a much-needed boost after their momentum-halting loss to the Brumbies with giant winger George North cleared for Saturday night’s first Test.

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Wallabies flanker Michael Hooper admits the battle-hardened British and Irish Lions will enter Saturday night’s first Test with a slight advantage from their lead up matches.

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British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland says his side’s shock 14-12 loss against the Brumbies is an important reality check heading into Saturday’s opening Test against the Wallabies.

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Wallaby fans, don’t get carried away by the Brumbies win

By David Lord, Today

 

While rejoicing in the nation’s capital is thoroughly deserved after the Brumbies played out of their skins to beat the Lions 14-12 last night, the tourist’s loss won’t mean a toss come Saturday and the first Test against the Wallabies.

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It’s taken six years but the Wallabies’ Mr Versatile, Adam Ashley-Cooper, has finally settled in his true home at No.13 and is ready to test himself against the game’s midfield master – Brian O’Driscoll.

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The Brumbies have clung on for a dramatic 14-12 victory over a fast finishing British and Irish Lions outfit to become the first provincial team to beat the touring side in 16 years.

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