By Brendan Gallagher

Australia coach Joe Schmidt is optimistic about the Lions challenge next summer after pushing Ireland all the way in Dublin.
They came up short again after last weekend’s loss to Scotland but having recorded wins over Wales and England, Schmidt feels there is reason for Wallaby fans to be optimistic ahead of the tour.
Schmidt said: “I hope our supporters and supporters of the Lions can see enough in what we’ve delivered in these last four weeks to think that they’re going to be entertained next summer and that it’s going to be a contest.
“I was proud of the team today. ...