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The tourists have won more Tests and more series than the Wallabies on their previous trips Down Under.
The tally stands at 17 Test wins for the Lions compared to six for the Aussies.
The Lions have also won seven series, while Australia have claimed two.
The Lions won the most recent series 2-1 in 2013.
Take a trip down memory lane with some pictures from the 2013, 2001 and 1989 tours.
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