England's Maro Itoje walks off injured on February 2, 2019
Maro Itoje and Finn Russell ruled out of Lions' clash with Sharks
Courtney Lawes replaces Maro Itoje in the second row.
Jul 10, 14:29
British and Irish Lions' Robbie Henshaw celebrates scoring a try on June 26, 2021
Preview:Lions vs. British and Irish Lions - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's British and Irish Lions' South Africa tour opener against the Emirates Lions, including predictions, team news and lineups.
Jul 1, 19:21
Scotland's Stuart Hogg pictured in February 2020
Stuart Hogg to seek advice from Alun Wyn Jones
Stuart Hogg will captain the team in their first fixture on the tour of South Africa.
Jul 1, 14:29
Scotland's Stuart Hogg pictured in February 2020
Stuart Hogg appointed British and Irish Lions captain for opening tour fixture
Warren Gatland's team take on the Emirates Lions on Saturday.
Jul 1, 09:06
Finn Russell pictured for Scotland in October 2019
Finn Russell insists he can be trusted to execute gameplan
Finn Russell is in contention to start Saturday's match against Emirates Lions in Johannesburg.
Jun 30, 21:16
Lions Head Coach Warren Gatland during the announcement on June 2019
Warren Gatland expected to mix up selection for tour opener
The British and Irish Lions tackle Emirates Lions in Johannesburg on Saturday.
Jun 30, 12:40
Lions Head Coach Warren Gatland during the announcement on June 2019
Preview:British and Irish Lions vs. Japan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's British and Irish Lions tour curtain-raiser as Warren Gatland's side face Japan at Murrayfield, including predictions, team news and lineups.
Jun 24, 15:49
Owen Farrell in action for England on December 6, 2020
Saracens players lead Lions reinforcements ahead of Japan clash
All but Exeter's four-strong detachment are present at the squad's training camp in Jersey.
Jun 21, 13:41
Scotland's Stuart Hogg pictured in February 2020
Ali Price: 'Scotland's Lions are desperate to be involved against Japan'
The clash on June 26 serves as the curtain raiser to the tour to South Africa.
Jun 15, 21:22
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British and Irish Lions squad receive first coronavirus vaccinations
Players visited a site in London on Wednesday to be given the Pfizer jab.
May 26, 16:15
Scotland's Hamish Watson pictured on October 2020
Hamish Watson backs Lions squad to inspire the next generation
There are eight Scots in Warren Gatland's team to tour South Africa this summer.
May 7, 21:27
Gregor Townsend pictured in January 2016
Gregor Townsend insists Scotland can compete for titles
A win over France ended their Guinness Six Nations campaign on a high note.
Mar 27, 16:42
Gregor Townsend pictured in January 2016
Gregor Townsend hails "incredible" Scotland win over France
Scotland had not claimed an away victory over France since 1999.
Mar 27, 09:01
Finn Russell pictured for Scotland in October 2019
A look at how Romain Ntamack and Finn Russell match up
We take a closer look at the two players as they prepare to go head-to-head in Paris.
Mar 24, 16:32
Gregor Townsend pictured in January 2016
Gregor Townsend pleased to secure "satisfactory deal" to have five English-based players released
The Scottish Rugby Union finally brokered a deal with English club bosses on Saturday night.
Mar 24, 16:01
Finn Russell pictured for Scotland in October 2019
Finn Russell back from concussion for Scotland's clash with France
Scotland have only been allowed to select five English-based players for the Paris clash.
Mar 24, 14:02
Finn Russell pictured for Scotland in October 2019
Finn Russell: 'Scotland cannot dwell on selection problems'
Scotland take on France in their rearranged Six Nations clash on Friday.
Mar 23, 19:04
Scotland's Stuart Hogg pictured in February 2020
Stuart Hogg "really nervous" for Italy clash in number 10 role
The Exeter full-back will switch to fly-half with Finn Russell ruled out against Italy.
Mar 19, 19:19
Scotland's Stuart Hogg pictured in February 2020
Gregor Townsend backs Stuart Hogg to impress at number 10
Stuart Hogg will fill in for Finn Russell at fly-half against Italy.
Mar 18, 16:25
Scotland's Stuart Hogg pictured in February 2020
Scotland captain Stuart Hogg to start at stand-off against Italy
Dark Blues coach Gregor Townsend has decided to push Stuart Hogg forward to spearhead the attack.
Mar 18, 14:39
Scotland's Duhan van der Merwe celebrates scoring their first try against England on February 6, 2021
Scott Cummings pulls out of Scotland squad through injury
Glasgow lock Scott Cummings suffered a suspected hand fracture during Sunday's 27-24 loss to Ireland.
Mar 15, 15:26
Ireland's Johnny Sexton in action against Scotland in the Six Nations on March 14, 2021
Johnny Sexton stars as Ireland snatch late win against Scotland
A mistake by Ali Price allowed Ireland to claim the win as Scotland suffered more disappointment at home.
Mar 14, 17:54
Ireland's Johnny Sexton scores a penalty on February 1, 2020
Five talking points ahead of Scotland's Six Nations clash with Ireland
Ireland have won nine of the past 10 meetings between the countries.
Mar 13, 14:28
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of the match on February 23, 2020
Andy Farrell urges Ireland to nullify Finn Russell and Stuart Hogg
Fly-half Finn Russell and captain Stuart Hogg have been central to Scotland's recent resurgence.
Mar 13, 11:18
Ireland's Johnny Sexton scores a penalty on February 1, 2020
Johnny Sexton: 'British and Irish Lions places and Ireland honour on the line'
The Lions are scheduled to take on South Africa in July and August.
Mar 10, 12:00
Wales' Louis Rees-Zammit in action with Scotland's Duhan van der Merwe in the Six Nations on February 13, 2021
Louis Rees-Zammit inspires Wales to comeback victory over Scotland
Zander Fagerson's sending-off proved decisive for the Scots.
Feb 13, 19:53
Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones pictured in February 2020
Alun Wyn Jones urges Wales to be clinical against Scotland
The captain is gearing up for a tough test at Murrayfield.
Feb 12, 17:46
England head coach Eddie Jones pictured during training on November 11, 2020
Eddie Jones admits England will "never atone" for Scotland defeat
The Scots claimed their first victory at England's base since 1983, with wing Duhan Van Der Merwe crossing for the only try.
Feb 6, 21:23
Scotland's Duhan van der Merwe celebrates scoring their first try against England on February 6, 2021
Scotland's memorable victory at Twickenham in pictures
The 150th anniversary of the oldest rivalry in rugby saw Scotland win at Twickenham for the first time since 1983.
Feb 6, 21:22
Gregor Townsend pictured in January 2016
Gregor Townsend: 'Twickenham win could be Scotland's best ever Test result'
Scotland beat England at Twickenham for the first time since 1983 in Saturday's Guinness Six Nations clash.
Feb 6, 20:32
England's Ben Youngs pictured in October 2020
Ben Youngs warn Scotland to prepare for "wave of white shirts" at Twickenham
While England's attack has rarely ignited over the past year, their ferocious defence has been a pillar of strength.
Feb 5, 22:22
Scotland's Stuart Hogg pictured in February 2020
Stuart Hogg calls on Scotland to make history against England
Scotland fought back from 31-0 down to draw 38-38 at Twickenham in 2019.
Feb 5, 20:05
Scotland's Rory Sutherland in action against England in February 2020
Five memorable encounters between England and Scotland
The sides face each other again on Saturday.
Feb 5, 09:11
Finn Russell pictured for Scotland in October 2019
A look at the upcoming battle between Owen Farrell and Finn Russell
Warren Gatland will be analysing the performance of the pair at Twickenham on Saturday.
Feb 3, 09:11
Finn Russell pictured for Scotland in October 2019
Elliot Daly warns England about "free and fearless" Finn Russell
Daly has told his teammates to expect the unexpected from the Scotland star.
Feb 2, 17:04
England's George Ford pictured on February 20, 2020
George Ford: 'Scotland draw two years ago was pivotal'
The Leicester fly-half scored a late try after the home side had earlier squandered a big lead.
Jan 31, 23:11
Finn Russell pictured for Scotland in October 2019
Peter Wright: 'Finn Russell is key for Scotland'
Finn Russell is back in Gregor Townsend's squad after playing less than an hour of Test rugby during 2020.
Jan 28, 08:13
Gregor Townsend pictured in January 2016
Gregor Townsend confident Six Nations tournament will be finished
The men's championship has been given the green light to go ahead despite the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Jan 20, 15:12
Finn Russell pictured for Scotland in October 2019
Finn Russell back in Scotland squad for Six Nations
Players who could potentially make their Scotland debuts include Edinburgh hooker David Cherry, Sale hooker Ewan Ashman, Gloucester forward Alex Craig
Jan 20, 13:33
Bordeaux Begles' Santiago Cordero celebrates after scoring their first try against Northampton in the Champions Cup on December 11, 2020
Five things we've learned from the Champions Cup so far
Pool stage reaches halfway point after an eventful start.
Dec 21, 13:45