'I want it bad': JOC desperate for crack at Lions

'I want it bad': JOC desperate for crack at Lions

Branding a British & Irish Lions series bigger than a Rugby World Cup, James O'Connor has revealed his sales pitch for a Test recall to Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt.

‘I want it bad’: why O’Connor feels ready to tame Lions

Branding a British and Irish Lions series bigger than a Rugby World Cup, James O’Connor has revealed his sales pitch for a Test recall to Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt. Thriving at the Crusaders, O’Connor says he has had a “good conversation” with Schmidt about suddenly being in the frame for a shock return for the Lions’ blockbuster three-Test series in Australia this winter. “I want it bad,” the 34-year-old said after coming off the bench to pla…

'I want it bad': why O'Connor feels ready to tame Lions

Former Wallabies star James O'Connor admits he's desperate for a Test recall for this winter's showpiece series against the touring British and Irish Lions.