Lions Face Brumbies in Key Tour Test

The British and Irish Lions are set to face the ACT Brumbies in Canberra in their penultimate tour match, with head coach Andy Farrell naming his strongest line-up to date as players vie for selection in the first Test team. The Brumbies, who finished third in Super Rugby Pacific and were the only Australian club to reach the semi-finals, are missing key Wallabies players like Noah Lolesio but still offer formidable opposition. The Lions have shown mixed form on tour, including an unconvincing win over the Waratahs, and Farrell is looking for a cohesive performance to help finalize his Test XV. The match serves as a pivotal dress rehearsal, with both established players and fringe contenders seeking to secure spots for the first Test against Australia in Brisbane on July 19. Some positions remain undecided, keeping competition fierce within the squad. UK viewers can watch the game live on Sky Sports.