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The first Lions tour of the pro era produced one of the great upsets as world champions South Africa were stunned on home turf. A new book relives those extraordinary events The 1997 Lions celebrate their incredible series win after the third Test at Ellis Park (Getty Images)A story that British & Irish Lions fans will never tire of http://dlvr.it/S0qDYG

Born in LA, raised in NZ, the speedster now has an Aussie jersey in his sights. http://dlvr.it/S0pZpP

OPINION: The Highlanders wing is smaller than his rivals but his all-round skillset is probably better than any of them. http://dlvr.it/S0nlH1

"They are the Washington Redskins of NZ", Williams says ahead of a live show in Christchurch this week. http://dlvr.it/S0lkHK

The Chiefs have moved their next game against the Rebels from Saturday to Sunday in the hope it can still be played in Hamilton. http://dlvr.it/S0l5rP

The chairman of Rugby Australia's bid advisory board also wants a legacy to be left for the Pacific Islands if it hosts 2027 tournament. http://dlvr.it/S0kNBm

The Crusaders have scored a competition-high 148 points, but they're conceding far too many for Razor's liking as tiebreakers loom. http://dlvr.it/S0j2CG

The Reds finally ended Australian Super Rugby's losing streak but captain and coach wanted a bigger winning margin. http://dlvr.it/S0hX1w

OPINION: All Blacks Sevens player Joe Webber argued that women's rugby players don't generate enough attention to demand better pay. Best check the numbers first. http://dlvr.it/S0gqdZ

The visitors strike three times late in the first half, including a great team try finished by Codie Taylor, to draw clear in Wollongong. http://dlvr.it/S0fQ6R

The Fijian-born midfielder wants a place in Australia's Olympic squad and follows a move made by All Blacks winger Caleb Clarke. http://dlvr.it/S0dqVt

Razor is firmly in the camp which believes Super Rugby must revert to a fully fledged competition with teams from multiple countries. http://dlvr.it/S0cvHd

Former All Black also sees depth in talent as a major issue for the struggling sides from across the ditch. http://dlvr.it/S0ZN1y

The flanker starts in place of Billy Harmon, who moves to the bench as coach Clarke Dermody shuffles the pack for another trip to Australia. http://dlvr.it/S0Z3Ch

Last year NZ Rugby and Rugby Australia were scrapping like two cats in a fat sock, as they aired their differences in public. http://dlvr.it/S0Y3QW

Thursday meeting over Silver Lake deal confirmed for Thursday. http://dlvr.it/S0VSww

Players got their jabs at administration day get-together in LondonTadhg Furlong and Hamish Watson at the Lions' administration day (Inpho)Players got their jabs at administration day get-together in London http://dlvr.it/S0T8fk

The playmaker has developed into one of the Dunedin franchise's most influential players after getting the consistent game time he craved. http://dlvr.it/S0T75Z

Quinn Tupaea was outstanding in Super Rugby Aotearoa until suffering a knee injury, but he has long been one of the most highly rated midfielders in the Kiwi game. http://dlvr.it/S0QZXZ

Serious doubts over Rebels vs Highlanders in Queenstown with Melbourne needing bubble to re-open or a travel exemption. http://dlvr.it/S0PFCv

Young fullback believes timing was crucial as he lays his claim to the No 15 jersey in Super Rugby Trans-Tasman. http://dlvr.it/S0M2XH

New Zealand Rugby is being urged to consider a third option, before it signs away a stake in its commercial rights with US private equity firm Silver Lake. http://dlvr.it/S0LgWL

All Blacks hooker and 'big brother' in No 14 top the Hurricanes' 2021 tryscoring charts and are hungry for more in Napier. http://dlvr.it/S0KMW5

All Blacks great Richie McCaw suggests Sam Whitelock is the man to lead the All Blacks in the opening test matches of 2021. http://dlvr.it/S0HHHR

Hat-trick hero says it's all about the mindset for in-form Auks as they eye Trans-Tasman success. http://dlvr.it/S0Gydm

All Blacks star largely kept in check, as former Crusaders and Wallabies coach banks another title. http://dlvr.it/S0FrNT

Southland Stags tight five stocks have been dealt another hammer blow with two further players likely to miss the NPC season. http://dlvr.it/S0DQnR

The Black Ferns sevens superstar came off the bench to score three tries to inspire the Kiwis to another win against Australia. http://dlvr.it/S0CsyR

The Chiefs were too good for the Brumbies after a dominant physical display in Hamilton. http://dlvr.it/S0C3LF

The Waratahs come out firing after half-time but the Blues weather the storm and still look dangerous on the counter attack. http://dlvr.it/S09ZWL

As big brother stole the show in Wellington, Hurricanes and All Blacks star proved his readiness after a knee injury layoff. http://dlvr.it/S08zgw

Ian Foster's men will play nine of their first 10 tests in 2021 on New Zealand soil. http://dlvr.it/S07zTk

The former All Black captain has challenged New Zealand Rugby to show “true leadership” over the Silver Lake investment issue. http://dlvr.it/S05Ry7

The 35-year-old said 'there was a day or so of feeling pretty bad and upset then I came good' after revealing half his club contracted the virus. http://dlvr.it/S04d02

If successful, the final could be held in Perth, Sydney or MelbourneThe official bid launch in Sydney (Getty Images)Australia have officially launched their 2027 Rugby World Cup bid. Their bid projects that if they win the bid to …Continue reading » http://dlvr.it/S03ysn

Second-row workhorse confirms he's heading offshore after Super Rugby Trans-Tasman wraps up. http://dlvr.it/S01M9f

Former AB's impressive club stint lands top job in Italy, but he has his hands full at Six Nations wooden spooners. http://dlvr.it/S00X6G

Big flanker returns for Perth trip while coach Clarke Dermody hails playmaker Josh Ioane for 'really starting to work on his off-field game as well'. http://dlvr.it/RzzsX3

Warren Gatland's team get first use of massive new Jersey base that spares nothing and was designed with touring ABs in mind. http://dlvr.it/RzxLmJ

NZ and Australia join World Rugby in testing revolutionary technology as game battles head injuries. http://dlvr.it/RzwXj4

Rugby victim flown to hospital with a suspected fractured cheek bone after being poleaxed in Bay of Plenty club game. http://dlvr.it/RzvtlC

Sir Steve Hansen watched Kieran Read fight back from a crippling back injury during his All Blacks career. http://dlvr.it/RzsLyw

The 130kg man mountain's raw potential and attitude lands him surprise job with England and European champions. http://dlvr.it/RzrYHs

Fans are back at Ashton Gate for this West Country derbyBristol's Andy Uren passes during February's win over Gloucester (Getty Images)Fans are back at Ashton Gate for this West Country derby http://dlvr.it/Rzqv7y

Wins from Kahurangi, Marist and Central were the feature of Saturday’s games in the Stuff Tasman Trophy Club Rugby competition but perhaps the best story came at Seddon where Awatere/Moutere earned its first win. http://dlvr.it/Rzn7X1

Chiefs re-sign two players head coach Clayton McMillan believes deserve higher honours. http://dlvr.it/RzmmJ5

All Blacks star dominated with the boot, rather than ball in hand, as he kicked 21 points in semifinal win. http://dlvr.it/RzmFF4

Kiwi rugby great says hosting matches in NZ could cost Australia 'tens of millions'. http://dlvr.it/RzkNgW

Third-most capped All Black and former World Player of the Year to return home to spend time with his family. http://dlvr.it/Rzk1Mn

Your essential guide to this year’s British & Irish Lions tour to South AfricaWarren Gatland is coach of the 2021 British & Irish Lions (Getty Images)Your essential guide to this year’s British & Irish Lions tour to South Africa http://dlvr.it/RzjTXy