Beale picks out Lions’ ‘danger man’ Russell as biggest threat to Australia

24/06/2025 05:46 The Guardian

Former Wallaby sees Ikitau and Suaali as hosts’ keysAustralia back says he learned from slip in 2013 seriesThe former Wallabies back Kurtley Beale has singled out Finn Russell as the biggest threat to Australia’s prospects of victory against the visiting British & Irish Lions. Beale, a leading figure in the 2013 Lions series, has also warned his compatriots to brace themselves for a “juggernaut” of a rugby experience when the tour kicks off this Saturday.Beale’s infamous slip as he went to kick a potential match-clinching penalty in the first Test in Brisbane had a key bearing on the outcome 12 years ago. And the 36-year-old now believes Russell holds the key to the forthcoming series. Continue reading...

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24/06/2025 09:49 The Guardian

Israel-Iran war live: Israel defence minister says he has ordered attack on Iran after claiming Tehran has violated ceasefire

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24/06/2025 08:49 The Guardian

Minister defends Liz Kendall’s handling of welfare reform brief despite major rebellion before vote – UK politics live

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24/06/2025 08:39 The Guardian

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24/06/2025 01:35 The Guardian

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23/06/2025 21:09 The Guardian

Canada and EU sign defence pact amid strained US relations and global instability

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23/06/2025 21:03 The Guardian

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23/06/2025 21:02 The Guardian

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Rights groups warn Gaza Humanitarian Foundation it may be liable for international law violations

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23/06/2025 18:35 The Guardian

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23/06/2025 17:37 The Guardian

Defence spending target of 5% GDP a ‘quantum leap’ in security, says Nato’s Rutte– Europe live

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23/06/2025 16:03 The Guardian

House Democratic veterans back moves to limit Trump’s military authority

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Senior MP calls for Marilyn Manson concert in Brighton to be cancelled

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23/06/2025 09:00 The Guardian

David Lammy repeatedly declines to say whether British government believes US strikes on Iran were illegal – UK politics live

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23/06/2025 08:48 The Guardian

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