Optimism, hypocrisy and concern. Three words that can be used to describe the game of rugby over the last week.
Optimism, because all the players suggested by the media as possible Lions contenders despite not playing in the Six Nations are living in a dream world if they believe it’s true.
Warren Gatland has four international teams to pick from who have just competed in the biggest international competition outside the World Cup.
Why then would he be tempted to pick players from what are club competitions? Despite protestations to the contrary, the standard of the club game is so fa...