British & Irish Lions secure series win with last-minute try in Melbourne

The British & Irish Lions secured a thrilling series victory over Australia with a last-minute try by Hugo Keenan at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, completing one of the greatest comebacks in Lions Test history. Trailing 23-5 in the first half, the Lions clawed back through resilience, key contributions from substitutes like Ellis Genge, and tactical set-piece advantages, ultimately winning 29-26 in front of a record 90,307 crowd. Australia showed significant improvement from the first Test, buoyed by the return of Rob Valetini and Will Skelton, but the Lions' experience and composure under pressure prevailed. Captain Maro Itoje and Keenan both highlighted the team’s belief and the importance of the bench in turning the match around. Tommy Freeman also played a vital role despite a yellow card, aiding the Lions' comeback with a timely try assist. With the series won and one game remaining, the Lions now aim for a historic whitewash in the professional era.