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The British & Irish Lions

Gatland

Gatland "touched" by OBE Honour

Wales coach Warren Gatland said he felt "touched" after receiving a public honour from Prince William on Thursday.

ARU bid to host 2017 Lions tour opener

ARU bid to host 2017 Lions tour opener

The ARU is attempting to lure the B&I Lions back Down Under for a money-spinning kick-off to their 2017 tour of New Zealand.

Spencer handed Lions role

Spencer handed Lions role

John Spencer will once again be a British & Irish Lion, 46 years after he toured as a player, as tour manager in New Zealand for 2017.

BOD wants Pacific Island stop

BOD wants Pacific Island stop

British and Irish Lions legend Brian O'Driscoll believes the 2017 tourists should play a game in the Pacific Islands en route to New Zealand.

Gatland awarded OBE

Gatland awarded OBE

Wales and victorious British and Irish Lions boss Warren Gatland has been awarded the OBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours List.

Writers' gong for Halfpenny

Writers' gong for Halfpenny

Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny was named the player of the year for 2013 by the British-based Rugby Union Writers' Club on Monday.

More Lions News

  • Defining Moments of 2013
  • Halfpenny misses out to Murray
  • Gatland moots Lions quota system
  • RWC influenced Farrell appointment
  • Tuilagi apologises after PM joke
  • O'Driscoll resents Gatland
  • I didn't want to be there - Heaslip
  • Davies abuse for Lions selection
  • Gatland eyes tough November
  • Evans holds Lions regret
  • Corbisiero boosted by Lions glory
  • Australian windfall from Lions tour
  • Halfpenny donates prize money
  • Youngs soaks up "ridiculous" year
  • Gatland must lead Lions again - Jones
  • O'Driscoll axe shocked O'Connell
  • Hogg to peak in 2017 - Paterson
  • BOD call the biggest I've made - Gats
  • Saracens proud of Vunipola
  • Expert Witness: Lions Down Under
  • Mitchell suspension stands
  • This is just unique - Sexton
  • Pulver won't rush Deans decision
  • Halfpenny: Man of the Series
  • Gatland keen to lead Lions to NZ
  • It's pretty indescribable - Jones
  • Horwill credits victorious Lions
  • Sexton praises Lions attack
  • Lions were outstanding - Gatland
  • Magnificent Lions win the series ReportMagnificent Lions win the series
  • Tuilagi grateful for Test chance
  • Rowntree issues rallying call
  • Genia confident of stopping Roberts
  • Bowe desperate to clinch series
  • Campese slams Lions selection
  • Genia hails Smith factor
  • Preview: Australia v Lions PreviewPreview: Australia v Lions
  • The stats ahead of Sydney
  • Tank's Predictions
  • Davies can't wait for Saturday
  • Smith eyeing fairytale finish
  • Deans understands Gatland selections
  • Roberts relishing Lions return
  • No grudge against Horwill - Jones
  • Wallabies name Smith in starting XV
  • Gatland explains his call
  • Smith set to start in Sydney
  • Unleash SANZAR on Lions - ARU boss
  • Expert Witness: Lions Down Under
  • Wood slams Gatland for BOD omission
  • Australia want review of IRB appeal
  • Lions drop O'Driscoll for decider
  • Lions hopeful over injured trio
  • Moody and Larkham left bemused
  • Horwill gets green light for Sydney
  • Wallabies will improve - Ashley-Cooper
  • Warburton out of series decider
  • Lions retain utmost faith in Halfpenny
  • Deans waits for Horwill hearing
  • 1-1 is a fair reflection - Farrell
  • Scan to decide Warburton's tour
  • Sexton devastated by loss
  • Series still on - Warburton
  • Ashley-Cooper praises Wallaby belief
  • Gatland blames turnover count
  • Dogged Australia level the series ReportDogged Australia level the series
  • Vunipola out to poop Alexander's party
  • Horwill hearing set for Monday
  • Jones baffled by Smith's omission
  • Tipster: Lions and Super Rugby
  • Preview: Australia v Lions PreviewPreview: Australia v Lions
  • North admits celebration regret
  • It was an accident - Horwill
  • Warburton wants to finish the job
  • ARU hit out over IRB appeal
  • IRB to appeal Horwill decision
  • Deans disappointed by Beale, O'Connor
  • Warburton sets sights on series win
  • Lions change five for second Test
  • Beale at full-back for Wallabies
  • Gatland happy with Joubert
  • Closed roof for Lions in Melbourne
  • Expert Witness: Lions Down Under
  • No sleep for Wallaby duo
  • Lions kickers best of the best - Jenkins
  • Mitchell cops one week for Zebo tackle
  • McCabe out until 2014
  • Lions will miss O'Connell - Hooper
  • Gatland content with Lions
  • Career pinnacle for Lydiate
  • Delve frustrated by scoreline
  • Horwill is a lucky boy - O'Driscoll
  • Lions cruise in Melbourne ReportLions cruise in Melbourne
  • Win a signed B&I Lions jersey
  • Last Match

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Quotes of 2014

It's time to look back through some of the best soundbites and quips from the last year.

Planet Rugby Union Photos

Picture tribute: Bakkies Botha

After announcing his retirement from international rugby, we look back at the successful - if at times colourful - career of Bakkies Botha. Maybe there's more trophies to come with Toulon in the future?

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Planet Rugby Features

Far Side Preview: North v South

Far Side Preview: North v South

It's that time of year again! Get set for the annual North v South Derby at the Stade de Frigid on December 25.

Planet Rugby

Planet Rugby's Quiz of 2014

We at Planet Rugby put our heads together and came up with 50 rugby-related questions from 2014 and beyond. Let's see how you do!

Loose Pass

Loose Pass

Welcome to Loose Pass, our weekly dishing up of mince pies, Christmas puddings and festive roasts.

Newbies of the Year

Newbies of the Year

Getting your shot in the first-team is part of the ongoing battle for rugby hopefuls, but in 2014 this group of starlets took their opportunity.