He must not lose heart, but the fact is he will find it difficult to play at the level he is capable of playing at, due to not being up to standard. Form guide: Continues his rapid emergence on the international scene with his Lions selection. He will be looking to replicate the season he had in 2020 and win another Brownlow Medal. He will want to kick more goals than he did in season 2020, when he finished with eight goals in 19 games. Form guide: The form centre in this season’s Six Nations is on course for a Lions Test spot. — Brisbane Lions (@brisbanelions) April 22, 2021 “I don’t make of Carlton what everyone else is making of them this week, that’s for sure,” Fagan said. Form guide: One of the most naturally-gifted forwards in world rugby. The former North Melbourne and Brisbane Lions midfielder was in sublime touch in the opening round, compiling 21 kicks, 18 handballs, six tackles and three goals as the Hornets stunned the competition on VFL debut with a 10-goal first quarter on the way to a 53-point thumping of Port Melbourne. Back to his very best, which will be a concern for the Springboks. 10. New jumper numbers: Pies reveal changes, Reid hands over 20. He featured in every game in season 2020 and finished tenth in the Lions’ best and fairest. He finished fifth in the Brisbane Lions’ best and fairest and averaged the sixth most disposals of any Brisbane Lions player. Lions captain Dayne Zorko denies suggestions one of his teammates sledged Geelong about their grand final loss. Hawks take winning feeling into suspended season. Sam Simmonds: How selection of ‘strike runner’ No 8 hints at Lions’ gameplan against South Africa. Form guide: Key Lions Test team performer in 2017, and will have a thirst for more action in South Africa. The inclusion of eight Scots is in part a reflection of their form of the past 18 months – with the big scalps of England and France in the Six Nations – but also the presence of Gregor Townsend and Steve Tandy on the Lions’ coaching staff. “We’ve left out some very talented players which gives an indication to the strength of this squad and we know how important that stand-by list will be.”, Warren Gatland defends Lions squad selections by saying he expects to encounter ‘brutality’ in South Africa. Cathy svarc has really put it all together the past two games, what a huge performance. Form guide: Overlooked by England boss Eddie Jones since 2018, but is arguably the Premiership’s most consistent player. Fourth Lions tour, and remains in peak form. 59 (2014-15) and No. #355. While Stuart Hogg, Hamish Watson and Finn Russell would have been in many people’s predicted squads, the likes of Ali Price, Duhan van der Merwe and Chris Harris were less expected. In competitive areas of the team like the centres and wide open ones like scrum-half, Townsend and Tandy’s ability to vouch for their national charges over Englishmen like Danny Care and Jonny May or Irishmen like Garry Ringrose may just have swung selection in their favour. He averaged the second most goals of any Brisbane Lions player in season 2020, with an average of 1.26 goals per game. AAP. Brisbane Lions; Names; Full name: Brisbane Bears-Fitzroy Football Club Limited, trading as Brisbane Lions Australian Football Club: Nickname(s) Lions, Brissie: 2020 season; After finals: 4th (Preliminary Final) Home-and-away season: 2nd: Leading goalkicker: Charlie Cameron (26) Merrett–Murray Medal: Lachie Neale: Club details; Founded: 1996: Colours Maroon Blue Gold 2. There’s scope for growth for Lyons. Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir says he expects Sunday’s clash with Brisbane to be moved to the Gabba as Perth’s COVID-19 scare continues to cause havoc with sport in the state. Katie-Jayne Grieve, 14. 9. This match was officially recognised as a Lions fixture and all players in the match were allocated a Lions player number. However, as expected, the Lions will be captained by the veteran Wales lock Alun Wyn Jones, who is taking part in his fourth tour as a player. At times the manner in which he plays the game looks effortless. Vunipola’s brother Mako and Saracens teammate Elliot Daly will make the plane but there was no space for Sam Underhill and Manu Tuilagi who missed the Six Nations with injury, or wing Jonny May. Daniher’s presence in the forward line will take the pressure off Hipwood. #26. He is a cult hero for the Brisbane Lions. After making a semi and preliminary final the past two years, then acquiring Joe Daniher via free agency last October, it was thought the Lions would seriously challenge for a premiership in 2021. 1,615. 6. Hopefully he has better luck with injury. Oops! Daniher is a player that has moved clubs from the Essendon Bombers to the Brisbane Lions and should benefit from the change. At scrum-half, Gatland has picked Russell’s teammate Ali Price alongside Lions veteran Conor Murray and Welshman Gareth Davies. Advertisement (AAP: Josh Woning) Form guide: Eight tries in 10 Tests underlines the finishing ability of the South Africa-born wing, who qualifies for Scotland on residency. Here's the upcoming schedule for the Brisbane Lions. 52 (2016-17) with the Bears and No. Could make a major Lions contribution. We want to see it! Form guide: Outstanding for Scotland in the Six Nations this season, and deserves his Lions chance. Despite that, he would be disappointed he finished outside of the top ten in the Lions’ best and fairest in season 2020. Lions squad 2021: Predicted team for 1st Test vs South Africa after 37-man line-up confirmed. Like what you’re getting? “We believe we’ve picked a squad capable of winning a Test series in South Africa,” Gatland said. Form guide: A destructive forward who is a handful for any opponent. Apr 10, 2021. The only improvement that he could make would be to average more disposals in season 2021. After making a semi and preliminary final the past two years, then acquiring Joe Daniher via free agency last October, it was thought the Lions would seriously challenge for a premiership in 2021. When Mitch Robinson tells you to calm down, you might have gone a bit far. Kiara Bowers, 3. Oscar McInerney. Daniel Rich 5-11. After Brisbane's COVID-19 outbreak caused the Lions to remain in Melbourne, they came back from a 25-point deficit in the second quarter to prevail 11. Brisbane 2021 record: 5-3 Previous ranking: 4. CB. Form guide: Hugely-experienced player who was key for the Lions in New Zealand four years ago. Charlie Cameron World-class. Brisbane Lions. AFL Club. Brown was asked to answer a list of questions about the Lions relating to their performance this year and what they need to improve in 2021. Holy sh*t what a win! Dayne Zorko admits he didn’t need any convincing to address an alarming rise in free kicks conceded to begin the AFL season. He needs to put more effort in when he plays in season 2021. Was also monumental in attack. All rights reserved. Jones will be joined in the second row by Maro Itoje as well as another surprise pick in the form of Exeter’s Jonny Hill. Captured a great grassroots sporting moment? Brisbane 2021 Fantasy preview ... 14:50 – The boys wonder whether the commissioner of the Brisbane Lions’ Draft league, Harris Andrews, will add spoils to their competition this year. Form guide: Burst on to the Test scene this season and made a blistering try-scoring impact. 3. He averaged the second most disposals in that season and finished second in the Lions’ best and fairest. Adelaide will be living a week-long nightmare. Hugh McCluggage AFL 2021: Champion Data reveals the most improved players at every club. Form guide: Test team certainty. 3-min read. Form guide: Has landed one of the Lions scrum-half roles following a solid season with Scotland. Brisbane’s scheduled four-match stint at home at the end of the AFL season has been disrupted by a fixture switch with Fremantle. Gatland’s men kick off their summer tour against Japan at Murrayfield at the end of June before jetting off to South Africa where they will play five warm-up matches against provincial sides and three Tests against the world champion Springboks in July and August. Sabreena Duffy, 7. Pic: Getty. Jones wore No. Zielke hoped Brisbane’s 6.2 (38) to 3.2 (20) win over Adelaide to claim the 2021 AFLW Grand Final would be an inspiration for many of the younger generation. McInerney is a player that’s going to be instrumental if the Brisbane Lions are to play finals and obtain success in season 2021. Young Magpies (L-R) Josh Daicos, Will Kelly and Oliver Henry in the club's new guernsey. Lachie Neale Form guide: Impressed for Scotland this season through admirable consistency. ... BRISBANE LIONS. The Lions were managed by the great Clive Rowlands, coached by Mick Doyle and captained by Colin Deans. Jonathan Brown has delivered his Unconventional Club Review of Brisbane for season 2020. Harris Andrews Jarryd Lyons He thoroughly deserved being named as the All Australian fullback in season 2020. Emma O'Driscoll, 4. He needs to stay injury free to play to his optimum level that he is capable of playing at. Mitch Robinson Dayne Zorko had an average season in 2020. He will also want to kick more goals in season 2021, as he averaged 0.7 goals per game in 2021. The Lions were caught out by Fremantle, Collingwood and Carlton and the statistical consistency shows that the midfield was the hole in the set-up. Brisbane Lions player Breanna Koenen on the field during a match against the Geelong Cats in Brisbane in 2019. He averaged with the fourth most disposals in season 2020, behind Alex Witherden, who played just six games in season 2020. All-action performer. Letterbox delivered monthly from Hornsby to the Hawkesbury. Form guide: Solid performer for Scotland this season, who is part of a strong Lions front-row contingent. LionsMaw said: And the 6000+ who turned up for the North game were all there by half time. The Lions, who are set to remain in Victoria until at least round four following their home city's coronavirus outbreak, have already flown down four additional players. You must provide an email address to create a Roar account, When using Facebook to create or log in to an account, you need to grant The Roar permission to see your email address, By joining The Roar you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions. Appears a Test team certainty. He kicked just four goals in season 2020 and will want to improve on that in season 2021 in order to add another string to his bow. Sign up & bet now, and remember to please gamble responsibly. Form guide: Possesses searing pace and an eye for tries, he can change games in an instant. Jasmin Stewart, 8. Sorry, there was a problem with your subscription. Watch the 2021 Toyota AFL Premiership Season. Form guide: Top try-scorer at the 2019 World Cup, his finishing ability is unquestioned. Not since the tour of New Zealand in 1993 have there been as many Scots on a Lions tour as this summer’s jaunt to South Africa. 7. Leah Mascall, 15. Mikayla Morrison, 12. 8. This Friday night’s clash between the Brisbane Lions and Richmond at the Gabba looms as a potential Grand Final preview, in what will also double as the Tigers’ return to the scene of their greatest premiership triumph yet. Form guide: Scotland captain will challenge strongly to make the Lions Test team. 7. Will be in Test team shake-up. COLLINGWOOD'S rising star and son-of-a-gun Josh Daicos will put to … Test place likely. 182. 9:49 PM. Robinson is a player that predominantly plays to his optimum level. featured alongside some of Australia’s most prominent sports journalists. Follow every game of the 2021 Toyota AFL Premiership Season, Toyota AFL Finals Series, and the AAMI Community Series with access to all the live scores and stats. Form guide: Currently sidelined through injury, but should be back in action soon. Form guide: Will be an important part of the squad. Sam Simmonds was one of several surprise picks as Warren Gatland named an expanded 2021 British & Irish Lions squad to tour South Africa this summer. Aine Tighe, 11. If he is to play to his potential he should be aiming for a spot on the wing in the All Australian team in season 2021. Form guide: A real left-field selection by Lions boss Gatland, but the Ireland centre is an experienced campaigner. When do Brisbane Lions play next? He will want to improve on his average of 3.1 tackles per game in season 2020. Picture: collingwoodfc.com.au. 57 was linebacker Kevin Pierre-Louis in 2019. He never shirks a contest. Alex Williams, 10. Dan Biggar and Owen Farrell were selected at fly-half alongside Finn Russell who is one of eight Scotland players named, the most Scots on a Lions tour since 1993. Joe Daniher Form guide: This season’s Six Nations player of the tournament who is rightly among Gatland’s back-row riches. Brisbane Lions; Names; Full name: Brisbane Bears-Fitzroy Football Club Limited, trading as Brisbane Lions Australian Football Club: Nickname(s) Lions, Brissie: 2020 season; After finals: 4th (Preliminary Final) Home-and-away season: 2nd: Leading goalkicker: Charlie Cameron (26) Merrett–Murray Medal: Lachie Neale: Club details; Founded: 1996: Colours Maroon Blue Gold Geelong Cats vs Gold Coast Suns: AFL live scores, Carlton Blues vs Hawthorn Hawks: AFL live scores. This British and Irish Lions tour year provides some real conundrums for the travelling coach, who needs to decide on players with either history or form. Eric Hipwood 24, 44 and 45 with the Bears from 2003-06 and 2008. With the finest men’s players from England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales vying for selection there were always destined to be some quality names missing out. Brisbane Lions. Will relish his Lions chance. He would want to improve on his average of 10.69 disposals per game, which he recorded in season 2020. Brisbane. Form guide: Returned from injury to shine in this season’s Six Nations. Apr 9, 2021. Form guide: One of the world’s finest players on current form. Wasn't it great how excited belle Dawes was too! Brisbane Lions. An experienced leader. Nobody was getting past Mitch… not even the best player in the game! He is tenth, because he will be reluctant to try too hard and stay injury free. He is however coming towards the end of his career. Elsewhere, Ireland centre Bundee Aki was one of the big shocks in the backline while the likes of Jack Conan, Iain Henderson and Courtney Lawes – whose inclusion was no given – were selected in the pack. Strong performer. Tommy Kraemer. He needs to be better and hit the scoreboard more. Brisbane are working towards securing government exemptions to allow more players to leave Queensland and boost their travel party in Victoria. He will want to kick more than nine goals in season 2021. 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