The British and Irish Lions had a chance to make history but failed to take it against an Australia side inspired by the colossal Will Skelton.

British and Irish Lions hooker Dan Sheehan has been cited for a dangerous clean-out on Wallabies youngster Tom Lynagh as the role of the TMO in rugby was thrust back into the spotlight in Sydney.

Ireland recover from a slow start to beat Scotland and begin their Women’s Rugby World Cup preparations in impressive fashion.

The British & Irish Lions’ final test against Australia turned violent as a sickening head injury lead to a brawl and the annoyance of British and Irish rugby fans

The rampant Red Roses ran in 15 tries in Leicester.

Newcastle Falcons sign former Gloucester forward Freddie Clarke on a one-year deal.

Although it was not the fairytale ending for Finn Russell, the Scotsman was over the moon to collect the British and Irish Lions player of the series in Australia.

Sam Warburton discusses the return of Louis Rees-Zammit and hopes for his return to the Welsh side.

Lions aiming to complete a Test whitewash for the first time in 98 years

Lock Jamie Hodgson, who has won five Scotland caps, agrees a one-year contract to move to Kingston Park.

Joe Burgess scored four of Hull KR’s 14 tries in a 74-12 rout of troubled Salford as the leaders recorded their biggest win of the Super League era.

Leigh produced a thrilling second-half comeback after Warrington scored a try-of-the-season contender; St Helens move up to fourth with Castleford win; watch every Super League game this season live on Sky Sports – including two matches in each round exclusively live

Wales escape a record loss to the Wallaroos as series ends in a draw in Sydney.

The Welshman made headlines 18 months ago when he made the shock switch to the NFL

Ireland captain Sam Monaghan will return to international duty in the side’s World Cup warm-up fixture against Scotland in Cork on Saturday.

Red Bull are set to takeover Premiership Rugby side Newcastle Falcons with the north east outfit rebranding to become the Newcastle Red Bulls as they company set out their ambitious plans

The Wallabies will be without star back-rower Rob Valetini for the third and final Test against the British and Irish Lions, but prop Taniela Tupou has earned a recall after Allan Alaalatoa’s injury.

Brian O’Driscoll was hoping to go out in glory before his final British and Irish Lions game – even thinking he might be captain – but instead was dropped by Warren Gatland

🗣️ “An incredible request from the Rugby Football Union. That’s how amateurish some of the thinking was at the time. Our players had given everything in that Test series.” #Lions2025

In leading his team to a series win in Australia, Lions captain Maro Itoje is congratulated by the legendary Willie John McBride.

Andy Farrell could tinker with his Lions side for the third Test in Sydney

World Rugby chief executive Alan Gilpin has insisted players will ‘vote with their feet’ if joining the game’s proposed new rebel league means they cannot represent their countries too.

British and Irish Lions hooker Dan Sheehan speaks to Sky Sports about squad owning up to poor start in Melbourne, aims to clinch 3-0 whitewash as Henry Pollock predicted and special MCG victory; watch Saturdays third Lions Test vs Australia live on Sky Sports

Super League clubs vote to extend the competition to 14 teams for the 2026 season; Watch every Super League game this season live on Sky Sports – including two matches in each round exclusively live

🗣️ “You just [need to] see the work he puts in on and off the field… We just wish him the best in his recovery and hopefully he’ll be back out there soon.” #AUSvBIL #Lions2025

Alan Gilpin rejects Joe Schmidt’s claim that the decision around Jac Morgan’s clearout at the end of the second Test contravened the sport’s player welfare drive.

Newcastle Falcons prop John Hawkins signs a new one-year deal.

Huw Jones starred for the Lions in their second Test match victory over Australia

Allan Alaalatoa will miss the clash in Sydney after suffering a shoulder injury

The Wallabies say they will have no trouble getting up for the third Test against the British and Irish Lions, as Rugby Australia seeks some clarity over the controversial Jac Morgan clean-out.

Mail Sport’s Three Wise Men ANDY NICOL, JASON WHITE and CALUM CROWE discuss the Lions’ incredible comeback to win second Test and series against Australia.

The British and Irish Lions wrapped up the series with a win over Australia in Melbourne – that came as a result of Hugo Keenan’s last minute try to send the travelling fans into euphoria

CHRIS FOY AT THE MCG: The Lions’ epic Test triumph to seal a historic series victory over Australia sparked a bitter, polarised post-match row about officiating, play-acting and welfare.

Itoje has led the Lions to a series victory in Australia eight years after announcing his arrival with a tour de force in Wellington

Australia will be boosted by the return of Rob Valetini and Will Skelton in Melbourne. How they harness that go-forward and embrace the intensity of their First Nations and Pasifika colleagues, will be vital in the second Test.

Newcastle Falcons hooker Ollie Fletcher signs a new two-year deal at Kingston Park.

Warrington Wolves forward Paul Vaughan will move to Championship side York Knights for the 2026 season.

Highlights of the Super League clash between Wigan Warriors and Catalan Dragons.

Joe Schmidt says Harry Wilson is growing into the role as Wallabies captain, but the coach has no plans to make him the team’s permanent leader despite the No. 8 leading Australia in nine of the last 10 Tests.

England’s 32-player squad for next month’s home Women’s Rugby World Cup has been confirmed. What are the main talking points from the announcement?

Late drama sees Mason Lino produce a match-winning drop-goal in the final seconds to thrill a sold-out Wakefield crowd against Leeds; the win leaves Wakefield back in the play-off spots in Betfred Super League

Ollie Chessum is also brought into the starting side with Joe McCarthy out due to a foot injury, while Owen Farrell is brought on to the bench

After their first-Test victory over the Wallabies on Saturday night, a group of Lions players celebrated at the Marquee Bar on Brunswick Street.

The Irish centre stood himself down having been selected to start the second Test in Melbourne

Ollie Chessum is also brought into the starting side with Joe McCarthy out due to a foot injury, while Owen Farrell is brought on to the bench

Castleford Tigers forward George Lawler signs a new three-year contract with the Super League club.

Darcy Graham has confirmed his British and Irish Lions tour is over after his tearful exit from the field in Melbourne this week.

The game in Wales is in a state of flux and Steve Tandy is walking straight into it

We look at which British and Irish Lions players may have played their way into the Test squad for Saturdays clash vs Australia at the MCG despite Tuesdays unconvincing win over First Nations & Pasifika; watch remaining two Lions vs Australia Tests live on Sky Sports

Wallabies veteran James Slipper has rejected Clive Woodward’s comments that Australia have a “losing mentality” because they didn’t chase a long-range consolation try.