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Wallabies can't lose heads in Lions Test tussle

Wallabies can't lose heads in Lions Test tussle

The Wallabies have to play smart against the British and Irish Lions and need more than aggression to get on top of the tourists, says coach Joe Schmidt.

Tuipulotu misses homecoming in Lions' second Test

Tuipulotu misses homecoming in Lions' second Test

Tuipulotu misses homecoming in Lions' second Test

Tuipulotu misses homecoming in Lions' second Test

Sione Tuipulotu will miss playing in front of his home fans, left out of the British and Irish Lions squad to face the Wallabies in Melbourne due to injury.

Big names return for Wallabies' do-or-die clash

Big names return for Wallabies' do-or-die clash

Big names return for Wallabies' do-or-die clash

Big names return for Wallabies' do-or-die clash

The Wallabies' biggest and best players in Will Skelton and Rob Valetini say they don't want to play "nice" against the Lions in their crunch Test.

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'Superpower' shift as Wallaroos absorb double blow

'Superpower' shift as Wallaroos absorb double blow

On World Cup eve, new Wallaroos captain Emily Chancellor only has to observe how her teammates handle non-selection to see how far the squad's come.

Unwanted Wallabies forward makes case for selection

Unwanted Wallabies forward makes case for selection

Lukhan Salakaia-Loto says he's done all he can to break back into the Wallabies, but is resigned to flying home ahead of the second Test in Melbourne.

Wallabies look for another golden moment in Melbourne

Wallabies look for another golden moment in Melbourne

The 2001 Lions Test in Melbourne was a triumph for the Wallabies on and off the field, with the current crop hoping for similar success and support at the MCG.

Under-fire Wallabies dismiss 'ridiculous' criticism

Under-fire Wallabies dismiss 'ridiculous' criticism

World Cup-winning coach Clive Woodward's criticism hasn't gone unnoticed with the Wallabies, who must beat the Lions in Melbourne to keep their series alive.

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Historic side deserves yearly games: Beale

Historic side deserves yearly games: Beale

Historic side deserves yearly games: Beale

Historic side deserves yearly games: Beale

The First Nations and Pasifika XV enabled Lukhan Salakaia-Loto and Taniela Tupou to press for a Test recall, Kurtley Beale says the team should play annually.

Suaalii urged to become Wallabies centre of attention

Suaalii urged to become Wallabies centre of attention

Suaalii urged to become Wallabies centre of attention

Suaalii urged to become Wallabies centre of attention

Len Ikitau has called on his star Wallabies centre partner to roam far and wide against the Lions.

Tongan Thor ready if it's au revoir to Australia

Tongan Thor ready if it's au revoir to Australia

Tongan Thor ready if it's au revoir to Australia

Tongan Thor ready if it's au revoir to Australia

In possibly his last match in Australia, France-bound Taniela Tupou is looking to go out with a bang as the First Nations and Pasifika XV tackle the Lions.

Farrell keeps it in the family with Lions captaincy

Farrell keeps it in the family with Lions captaincy

Farrell keeps it in the family with Lions captaincy

Farrell keeps it in the family with Lions captaincy

Playing his 20th Lions match, Owen Farrell with lead the tourists against the First Nations and Pasifika XV in Melbourne after getting the nod from his dad.

Wallabies true believers with Lions series on the line

Wallabies true believers with Lions series on the line

Wallabies true believers with Lions series on the line

Wallabies true believers with Lions series on the line

In his second series, James Slipper is in familiar territory with the Wallabies prop telling teammates to take belief from the way they finished the first Test.

How 'stars aligned' for the Wallaby that got away

How 'stars aligned' for the Wallaby that got away

How 'stars aligned' for the Wallaby that got away

How 'stars aligned' for the Wallaby that got away

Sione Tuipulotu has carried a chip on his shoulder since leaving Melbourne and can appreciate the symmetry now he has the chance to seal a Lions series there.

Beale to lead, Wallaby absent for historic Lions clash

Beale to lead, Wallaby absent for historic Lions clash

Beale to lead, Wallaby absent for historic Lions clash

Beale to lead, Wallaby absent for historic Lions clash

Kurtley Beale will face the Lions again while a Wallabies hopeful's absence has been confirmed for the historic First Nations and Pasifika clash in Melbourne.

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'Easy target' Lynagh leans on dad, ready for round two

The Wallabies have seen the warrior within Tom Lynagh as they plot a response in Melbourne's must-win second Lions Test.

Lions brace for backlash after Lynagh baptism of fire

Lions coach Andy Farrell is wary of a Wallabies' rebound after his side did enough in the first half to take first points in Brisbane.

Lions catch Wallabies napping for first Test win

A thunderous first half has propelled the British and Irish Lions to a 27-19 first Test defeat of the Wallabies in Brisbane.

Lions quest for clean sweep of brave Wallabies on track

British and Irish Lions have plenty of improvement in them, but their 27-19 win over the gallant Wallabies has them on the way to a 121-year first.

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Aussie-born Lions 'freak' in way of Wallaby trump card

A Wallabies star and Australian-born Lion will wage war in the midfield at Suncorp Stadium in a battle that could ignite the Lions Test series.

'If not now, when?': Lynagh ready for Lions hot seat

He's played just three Tests and never started, but Tom Lynagh is the man tasked with directing traffic at No.10 to begin the Lions series.

Business time as Farrell makes tough first Test calls

Eleven Irish players have been included in Andy Farrell's first Test team to face the Wallabies in Brisbane, but there was no room for son Owen.

Wallabies throw 'psycho' bolter to Lions for debut

A debutant Wallaby labelled a "psycho" has been tasked with filling the void left by injured ball-carrier Rob Valetini in the first Lions Test.

'Got to be up for it': Waugh declaration ahead of Test

With easily the worst record of the three traditional Lions' opponents, there is much at stake when the Wallabies begin the series in Brisbane.

Lions' Gatland gun leaves lasting mark on Bronco Ben

British and Irish Lions mentor Warren Gatland has been a guiding light in the coaching of Ben Te'o, who was in the Lions side on a famous tour of New Zealand.

'Crazy stuff': AC/DC help Wallabies power up

The Wallabies have turned to some Aussie music greats as they brace for the "crazy stuff" that will come their way in Brisbane's Lions Test series opener.

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