British and Irish Lions

The All Blacks legend recently met with Titans managing director Michael Searle, head coach John Cartwright and the club's medical staff to discuss the possibility of switching codes.

But the 31-year-old winger on Friday morning informed the Australian side of his decision to stay in union.

"We understand and respect the business decision Jonah has made and wish him all the best in rugby and in life," Searle said.

Lomu did not receive an offer from a Super 14 franchise to play in next season's southern hemisphere competition.

He admitted last month his dream of representing New Zealand at the 2007 World Cup in France was over.

Qantas Wallabies head coach Robbie Deans says Quade Cooper could still line up against the Lions despite missing out on his 25-man squad this morning.

The Waratahs upset the odds by beating Super Rugby leaders the Brumbies 28-22, but the game came at a huge cost to Qantas Wallabies coach Robbie Deans.

Lions skipper Sam Warburton says the lessons he and his Welsh colleagues learnt in Australia last summer will stand them in good stead for their return visit with Britain and Ireland's elite next month.