Australia vs British & Irish Lions - Test series LIVE: Andy Farrell's men are without Garry Ringrose for second test - as the Wallabies make several big changes
By Ed Carruthers
There is an electric atmosphere in Melbourne tonight as the British and Irish Lions and the Wallabies are set to clash at the Melbourne Cricket Club.
Andy Farrell's side took a 1-0 lead in the series following their 27-19 victory against the hosts at the Suncorp Stadium Last week.
The Lions were dominant in the opening 20 minutes of the match, and perhaps that is where the game was won. Scotland star Sione Tuipulotu and English flanker Tom Curry both crossed over in the first half, while Max Jorgensen pulled a score back for the Wallabies.
Despite the statement win in the opening game of the series, there was plenty for the Lions to work on coming into this second Test, with the Wallabies set to welcome back several big hitters for this match.
And Australia boss Joe Schmidt believes his side are taking plenty of confidence from last week's defeat into tonight's match.
'The squad has recovered well after a very physical first Test and the week's preparation here in Melbourne has allowed us a bit more time together,' Schmidt said.
'We took some confidence from the second half last week, but we know we'll need to improve further against a Lions team that will bring plenty of fire to the contest on Saturday night.'
Kick-off is less than an hour away, so stay with us as we'll be bringing you all the latest news, commentary and analysis from the second Test.
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