Wednesday Jun 19 16:41 AEST

Brumbies beat Lions in Canberra

Brumbies try scorer Tevita Kuridrani. (AAP)

The Brumbies clung on for a dramatic win over a fast finishing British and Irish outfit to become the first provincial team to beat the Lions in 16 years.

Match stats: Brumbies v Lions

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Beale to be benched for Lions battle

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Midfield test: Ashley-Cooper savours O'Driscoll clash

Lions post record win over Waratahs

The British and Irish Lions have seen off a spirited challenge from NSW Waratahs to remain unbeaten.

Match stats: Waratahs v Lions

In pics: Lions too good for Waratahs

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Genia supports under-fire Wallaby O'Connor

Wallabies halfback Will Genia has backed new halves partner James O'Connor despite fears he'll backfire.

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In pics: Wallabies squad to face the Lions

Uncapped Mowen eying Wallabies start

Brumbies captain Ben Mowen and Hugh McMeniman are battling for the No6 jersey in the Wallabies pack.

Lions test: Warburton ready to step up

Like father: Brumbies lock gets chance

Show time: NSW to unearth next stars

Former Wallabies flyhalf Quade Cooper. (Getty-file)

Cooper struggles on big stage: Farr-Jones

Nick Farr-Jones believes Quade Cooper's inability to deliver in high-pressure matches has cost him.

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Coach happy: Gatland says Lions on target

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All Blacks included in Blues squadBlues coach Sir John Kirwan has named six All Blacks as part of his touring squad for two crucial Super Rugby matches in South Africa. Genia braced for All Black-type challengeWallabies vice-captain Will Genia expects the British and Irish Lions to pose the most physical and intense challenge he's faced. Fresh Wallabies face tough early testThe battle-hardened British and Irish Lions will have a slight advantage over the freshened Wallabies in the first Test, says Michael Hooper. Ashley-Cooper savours crack at O'DriscollAdam Ashley-Cooper's desire to play No.13 has been unlucky for the Wallabies stalwart but he's licking his lips at marking Lions centre Brian O'Driscoll. O'Connell warns Lions of big step upVeteran lock and former captain Paul O'Connell says the British and Irish Lions will need to raise their game against Australia over the next three weekends. Christian ready for the LionsWallabies newcomer Christian Lealiifano is making a habit of bouncing back from devastation. Barnes looms as super-sub against LionsBlackline super-sub Berrick Barnes would be just as happy to be a Lions-slaying bench weapon as a Wallabies starter at Suncorp Stadium. Brumbies won't adopt new plan for LionsBrumbies coach Jake White says his side will stick to their usual gameplan against the British and Irish Lions in Canberra on Tuesday night. Shane Williams ready to face BrumbiesLegendary winger Shane Williams is adamant he is good enough to play for the British and Irish Lions despite a lengthy time out of international rugby. Lions star in serious doubt for first TestThe British and Irish Lions doctor says star centre Jamie Roberts is in grave doubt for Saturday's first Test against the Wallabies. All Blacks changes loom for third TestDan Carter looks set to return, along with other changes to the All Blacks side to play the third Test against France. Lions out to preserve unbeaten recordBritish and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland says the tourists are intent on preserving their unbeaten record in Tuesday's clash with the Brumbies. England league coach coming to AustraliaEngland rugby league coach Steve McNamara is heading to Australia to check on his players ahead of the World Cup. All Black Dagg in homophobic tweetAll Black Israel Dagg has earned the ire of a gay group for using the word "fag" in a tweet. Izzy wings it for Wallabies debutRobbie Deans is set to punt on code-hopper Israel Folau's talent and big-match temperament against the British and Irish Lions next Saturday night. Shane Williams answers Lions SOS callBritish and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland has drafted in 36-year-old Shane Williams for a one-off appearance against the Brumbies.

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