Calls to make rugby safer 'before player dies on TV' A group of former British and Irish players and coaches have called on World Rugby to implement changes which allow replacements only for injury to … Rugby • 14 Aug 21
Jenkins replaces Warburton in Wales backroom team Wales great Gethin Jenkins has joined Wayne Pivac's backroom staff as technical coach for the breakdown and defence. Rugby • 15 Oct 20
Jockeys & rugby players endure the most pain - Jackman Bernard Jackman believes only jockeys can compare to modern rugby players when it comes to defying injury and pain to compete at the top end … Rugby • 12 Sep 19
Warburton fears fatalities unless safety steps taken Former Wales captain Sam Warburton has warned that a professional player could die on the pitch unless rugby union takes preemptive measures to improve safety. Rugby • 11 Sep 19
'My body couldn't cope anymore' Former Wales and British and Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton says he knew it was time to retire when he realised he would not be … Rugby • 25 Aug 18
Injury forces Lions captain Warburton to retire British and Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton has retired from rugby union at the age of 29 after failing to overcome persistent injury problems. Rugby • 18 Jul 18
Warburton says surgery will extend his career British and Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton will return to rugby next season after surgery on his knee and neck which he believes will give … Rugby • 13 Feb 18
Warburton set to miss rest of the season Wales captain Sam Warburton could be ruled out for the rest of the season after undergoing a second operation in three months. Six Nations • 08 Dec 17
Sam Warburton to miss November games after surgery Cardiff Blues and Wales star Sam Warburton is to undergo surgery following the recurrence of a long-standing neck injury. Rugby • 12 Sep 17
Lions captain Warburton speechless after draw British and Irish Lions skipper Sam Warburton was left speechless after a 15-15 draw with New Zealand in Auckland meant the Test series was tied. Rugby • 08 Jul 17
Win means little if Lions don't take series - Warburton Captain Sam Warburton says the British and Irish Lions' victory over New Zealand in Wellington will count for nothing unless they win the Test series … Rugby • 01 Jul 17
Warburton shuns outside world to focus on Lions British and Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton has shut himself off from the outside world as part of his quest to topple the All Blacks. Rugby • 30 Jun 17
Sam Warburton excited about playing with Sean O'Brien Lions captain Sam Warburton is looking forward to lining out next to Sean O'Brien in Saturday's second Test against New Zealand. Rugby • 29 Jun 17
Warburton would lift Lions' intensity - All Black Kaino New Zealand star Jerome Kaino has predicted a "huge lift of intensity" at the breakdown area if British and Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton starts … Rugby • 28 Jun 17
O'Mahony will use Axel inspiration to stand up & fight Peter O'Mahony will lead the British and Irish Lions into Saturday's first Test against New Zealand with the words of mentor Anthony 'Axel' Foley ringing … Rugby • 22 Jun 17
Homecoming Gatland aims jovial jibe at Hansen Warren Gatland has insisted that captain Sam Warburton remains under pressure to force his way into the Lions' first Test line-up. Rugby • 18 Jun 17
Defeat is a 'step back' for Lions, admits Gatland Lions head coach Warren Gatland admitted that defeat to the Highlanders was a 'step back' for his side as they continue to build towards the … Rugby • 13 Jun 17
Lions fail to roar against Highlanders One big scrummage toppled the British and Irish Lions for the second time in New Zealand, as the Highlanders prevailed 23-22 in Dunedin. Rugby • 13 Jun 17
Captain Warburton must prove fitness to face All Blacks Andy Farrell believes the Lions will be in no rush to call up a replacement if Stuart Hogg is ruled out of the New Zealand … Rugby • 12 Jun 17
North tell Lions players - it's time to step up George North believes it is up to the British and Irish Lions players to conjure the magic that boss Warren Gatland is searching for. Rugby • 09 Jun 17
'It's the first building block' - Warburton The jet-lag may have been a contributory factor to a lacklustre performance against a side they were expected to beat by more than 30 points, … Rugby • 03 Jun 17
Warburton: Andy Farrell has already set the Lions tone Captain Sam Warburton believes Andy Farrell will have a huge part to play if the Lions are to upset the odds and claim a first … Rugby • 23 May 17
Rowntree: Warburton on track to play Lions' opener Graham Rowntree says he does not envisage any problem with British and Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton being available for the opening New Zealand tour … Rugby • 15 May 17
Warburton: Little time for team bonding on Lions tour Lions captain Sam Warburton says that a packed match itinerary means there will be little time for team bonding in New Zealand. Rugby • 20 Apr 17
Payne among 11 Irish in Lions squad Jared Payne is a surprise inclusion among 11 Irish players named in the British and Irish Lions squad for this summer's tour of New Zealand. Rugby • 21 Apr 17
