18-07-2025
Where the first Lions Test will be won and lost v Australia: DAN BIGGAR breaks down the five key battles
There can't be too many complaints about Andy Farrell's selection for the first Test. After months of 'predicted XVs', he's pretty much settled on the team everyone expected, when you factor in the injury to full-back Blair Kinghorn.
On the flipside, Australia's team feels a little underwhelming without the injured Rob Valentini, Noah Lolesio and Will Skelton. They're missing a lot of firepower and the Lions will go in as strong favourites.
