The British and Irish Lions start their Test series with victory over Australia but the game finishes flat after showing promise.

England cruise past the United States in a weather-affected match in Washington which has almost two hours of delays.

Tom Curry justifies his selection with a magnificent performance as the British and Irish Lions beat Australia in the first Test, writes Tom English.

The Lions get their series off to a winning start by beating Australia 27-19 in the first Test at the Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane.

Take a look at a gallery of photos from the Lions win over Australia in Brisbane.

British and Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell says he expects a big response from Australia in the second Test as the hosts try to stop his side clinching the series.

British and Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell is delighted to start the Test series with victory over Australia.

Zimbabwe qualify for their first Rugby World Cup since 1991 as they beat Namibia 30-28 to lift the Rugby Africa Cup.

Reaction after the British and Irish Lions beat Australia in the first Test in Brisbane.

New Zealand captain Ardie Savea says his side had to recover from a tough first to beat France 29-19 and complete a series clean sweep.

Chris Jones is joined in Australia by former Lion Andy Nicol and former Scotland captain John Barclay.