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2148 BST: Brian, Republic of Ireland
I feel the hero of the Lions tour so far has been Paul O'Connell. He is probably the best lock in the world, but while a second-rate thrower like Steve Thompson is there we will secure no ball. Get Gordon Bulloch in! I also believe the Lions can beat the All Blacks if Jonny Wilkinson plays.
1705 BST: Steve, Midlands
Alistair, anywhere up the west coast of Barbados will be showing the game, namely "The Coach House", and "Surfside", both bars are in Holetown. There'll be a small entry fee, but atmosphere will be superb! Enjoy!
1636 BST:
Lions fans have been warned off approaching their heroes for autographs or photographs at the squad's plush harbour-side hotel in Wellington. Security fences and guards are common-place for Lions training sessions but now attempts are being made to keep supporters at a safe distance. Guests checking in at the InterContinental Hotel - the Lions' headquarters for Wednesday's game against Wellington - received letters urging them to keep their distance. Staff have been positioned at the hotel entrance, with proof of key card required for residents to gain entry, and stairs to the first floor have been roped off, behind a 'private function' sign.
1525 BST: Rich, Bath
As a Pom living in Bath, the Kiwi press are much worse than the British press. I was in NZ in 2003 and the Kiwi press could not admit England were the better side, even though the All Blacks lost to 13 men! All the excuses came out!
1501 BST: Andy Frazier, Worcester
How come John Plumtree is not allowed to pick his four top players for the Wellington game, because they are being held back for the Tests? Is Henry frightened they might get hurt? Perhaps scared of big Danny?
1445 BST: Alistair, London
I'm going to be in Barbados for the third Test and was wondering whether anyone knows a bar that will be showing it? What can I say about Dallaglio and Taylor except 'gutted'. Both definitely in with a shout of playing in the Tests.
1438 BST: Dave V, Galway, Ireland
For something better for the Lions fans to sing - use Ireland's Call and replace Ireland with Lions, All together now.....
1432 BST: Alan Davidson, Brussels (temporarily in Istanbul)
I will be in Istanbul on Saturday morning. Anyone know a decent British or Irish pub near the centre or the airport where I can watch? Thanks.
1422 BST: Gary, New York
Justin: Baker St. on 63rd and Lexington will show the game in New York.
1421 BST: Hannah, New Jersey, USA
To Justin from Wales: Check out McCormacks Bar in NY - 365 3rd Ave (at 26th St). I understand they are showing every game live.
1413 BST: Rhys, Wales
Mr Fox in San Francisco: Watch the game in the 'Crown and Anchor' on Rainbow while in Vegas (24 hr British bar!).
1400 BST: Undercover Kiwi
One person who won't be honoured, at least not in New Zealand, is Sunday Times writer Stephen Jones. His columns are reproduced over here and he is forever getting stuck into New Zealand rugby raising the hackles of Kiwi rugby fans. Now the country is getting its own back as he is being lampooned in a television show here. The show, Facelift, is a satirical sketch show, similar to Spitting Image. In it, Jones is depicted as the pub bore giving his views on all and sundry, but without a friend in the world. Essential viewing. 1321 BST: Chris Gosney, Basrah, Iraq (temporarily!)
Watching the Lions is a good morale boost to UK servicemen overseas. Many hours of debate are to be had discussing team selection. We expect to see a more dynamic effort from now on. Get to it fellas!
1313 BST: Leo, Bath
As a Kiwi living in Bath, I find it quite amusing that the Poms are whinging about the press in NZ slating the Lions. The All Blacks were absolutely lambasted when they were here last year.
1255 BST: Alan, Wellington, NZ
I agree with Susan of Christchurch that it's great to have the Lions and their supporters here. It's a shame Wellington don't have most of their ABs tomorrow but it should be an exciting match. We're hoping Ma'a Nonu gets some good ball to show his ability.
1232 BST: Justin, Wales
I will be in New York on Friday night and was wondering if anyone knew a pub there that will be showing the game live in the early hours of Saturday morning. I haven't missed a game yet and would hate to start now.
1210 BST: Dougie Wood, Sydney
Coming out all guns blazing at the breakdown and keeping the ball in hand is the only way to beat the Kiwis as was shown in the Super 12 this year. I am off to the South Island this Friday for Otago, Southland and first Test...come on the Lions!!!!
1148 BST: Simon Easterby, Radio Five Live
You wouldn't wish an injury on anybody, especially Lawrence Dallaglio who was looking in fine form. But it's presented me with an opportunity and it's up to me to take it. The mood is upbeat in the camp, sometimes you need that sort of game to bring the focus in and work out where you are. We have been working very hard on the breakdown area and making sure we put those things right.
1132 BST: Turkish delight, via Scrum V message board
It's time for Clive and his merry men to reconsider the style the Lions are playing. We must play a quicker game with offloading before and also in the tackle to avoid the ruck situation. 1059 BST: Mr Fox, San Francisco, USA
We have been watching all the games at the two locations showing the live matches. As the tour goes on it is getting more exciting. I will watch the first Test in Las Vegas. The second one in New Hampshire, and I am going to NZ for the third Test. It's hard to explain to people here how big this is as a sporting event. Go Lions!
1045 BST: Ray, Leicester
Got home from taking my wife to work and I'd missed the postman by four mins. Not normally a problem but today he's got our NZ flight tickets and match tickets for the three Tests. Just praying that they don't get lost in the mire that is the Royal Mail.
1023 BST: AL Ive, Wellington, NZ
Lions v Lions. Now, what can we use as the British 'n' Irish chant? We can't use the usual, although clever, "Li-ons" chants as in other games. Any ideas??
1015 BST: Ian Robertson, Radio Five Live
Problems are still mounting for the Lions and there are two injuries causing concern. Lewis Moody has injured a knee in training and we are not quite sure how bad it is but it is bad enough for the medical staff to say that a statement on his immediate future will be made on Wednesday which suggests it might be more serious than first thought. Similarly Andrew Sheridan has an ankle injury, we don't know how bad that is but we will be told on Wednesday. 0958 BST: Barry, Sydney, Australia
I must say watching the Maori game as an Englishman in a pub here in Sydney was an interesting experience. The Kiwi contingent just sit and watch expecting to win and are petrified of losing to the Lions. As a result there is little banter with the Lions supporters. They only start cheering when the final whistle is blown and they know they have won. I think the Kiwis would hate to expose themselves early in a game just in case they lose and then get ridiculed, which the Lions supporters are good at doing. They are not good losers unlike the Aussies who get into the spirit of the occasion. Anyway that all said I tip the Lions to do it with a drop goal in the final seconds of the third Test..... sound familiar?
0951 BST: Lions press release
Change to shirt numbers for this Wednesday's game v Wellington. Jason Robinson will play 11, Gareth Thomas will play 14.
0925 BST: Ian, Hilo, Hawaii
This Englishman and an ex-Rhodesian will be sitting watching the games from Wellington on this rock in the middle of the Pacific, worried that Nonu might be able to do some damage but at the same time reassured that he can't do anything without the ball! This Lions pack looks strong enough to deprive the Wellington backs of good first-phase possession.
0737 BST: Undercover Kiwi
What is it about half-backs, sorry, scrum-halves? They all seem to be niggly characters that seem determined to put their foot in their mouth at every opportunity - just ask Justin Marshall. But it was testament to Marshall's work ethic that after the All Blacks' demolition of Fiji (where Marshall came on as a reserve) he was back out on the field doing passing drills and fitness work. All this after being honoured with the New Zealand Order of Merit earlier in the week. 0710 BST: Andrew, Chicago
For viewers in the USA, Setanta Sports is not the only channel broadcasting the Lions tour. If you have Fox Soccer Channel you are in luck! No need for PPV. All games are at 2 am Eastern Time.
0646 BST: Dizzy, Pattaya, Thailand
We'll all be down at The Shamrock Bar tomorrow afternoon to watch the lads up against Wellington. Go the Kiwis.
0557 BST: Pete Davies, Christchurch
What the Lions have to realise is that all the knocking from the press here is because New Zealand are terrified of losing the series. On top of a series of World cup losses it would be a national disaster. Henry would be, in the local parlance 'Dog tucker'. The more the press knock the Lions the more they are convinced that the boys are in with a chance in the Test series. PS Lewis Moody did not look happy limping off from the open training? Another back row injury.
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0400 BST: Susan, Christchurch
Would just like to say that it's great to have the Lions in the country - I'm a bit of a closet supporter of the Irish contingent, having lived in Dublin for a few years. But when it comes to the main games it's "Go the ABs". Anyway, the Lions are causing great excitement - a few came into work yesterday and caused quite a stir! I hope the tourists writing on this Blog find that some of us kiwis are really glad to have you over here. As for the results, I'm pitching for the ABs to win well.
0259 BST: Lions press release
Lewis Moody sustained a blow to the knee (left) during training which stiffened up over night and as a consequence he has been withdrawn from the bench for the game against Wellington. He will be replaced by Richard Hill. He is receiving ongoing treatment and will be assessed on a regular basis, update will be given at later stage.