# Rugby: The British and Irish Lions warned Australia not to breach its contract by failing to release its international stars for all tour matches against Super Rugby teams. The Lions’ tour consists of three Tests against the Wallabies and six other encounters. Wallaby head coach Joe Schmidt apparently won’t allow some of his best players to play for their franchises to avoid them picking up injuries before the Tests. Lions CEO Ben Calveley says they want to play the toughest possible opposition to adequately prepare for the Wallabies.
Rugby: Lions warn Australia not to weaken their Super Rugby teams before the Wallabies Tests