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Predicting the British and Irish Lions team for the first Test against Australia

With the warm-up fixtures at an end, who has forced their way into Andy Farrell’s plans?

The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2025

James O’Connor is the experienced general the Wallabies need to face the Lions

Coach Joe Schmidt will hope the veteran fly-half can re-enter the fray and calm the mild panic brought on by Noah Lolesio’s season-ending injury

The Guardian - AU · Jul 11, 2025

Andy Farrell’s five key selection posers for first British & Irish Lions Test

The head coach’s dilemmas include who best to use at No 7 while Owen Farrell could also force his way into the mix

The Guardian - UK · Jul 10, 2025

Lions vs Brumbies: Kick-off time today, TV channel, live stream, lineups, team news, h2h, venue, odds

Andy Farrell picks expected Test team for Canberra showdown with Australia’s top-performing Super Rugby franchise

Evening Standard · Jul 8, 2025

‘Open-minded’ Andy Farrell says Lions Test places still up for grabs

The tourists have two more matches to impress ahead of the series opener on July 19.

The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2025

Lions name strong side for Brumbies game but Farrell leaves ‘wriggle room’ for first Test

Andy Farrell has picked his strongest British & Irish Lions combination so far but warned: ‘Players can play themselves in and play themselves out’

The Guardian - UK · Jul 7, 2025

British and Irish Lions team vs ACT Brumbies: Andy Farrell goes strong ahead of first Test against Australia

Blair Kinghorn will make his first start at full-back on Wednesday

Evening Standard · Jul 7, 2025

Lions offer Test selection clues in strong side to face Brumbies

Maro Itoje returns to lead the British and Irish Lions against the Brumbies

The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2025

Lions select strong side for Brumbies clash as Test series comes into focus

Maro Itoje captains a side containing Jamison Gibson-Park and Finn Russell, with a first start for Blair Kinghorn.

The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2025

Scratchy Lions win has simplified the Test selection equation for Andy Farrell

The time has come for the head coach to cease experimenting and get down to business as the Lions need to go all out or go home

The Guardian - UK · Jul 6, 2025