British & Irish Lions eke narrow win over NSW Waratahs in Sydney

The British & Irish Lions secured a 21-10 win over the New South Wales Waratahs in Sydney, but their performance was marred by errors and lack of cohesion just two weeks before the first Test against the Wallabies. Scotland centre Huw Jones scored twice in the first half, and Alex Mitchell added a crucial try in the second half to help the Lions pull away, though they failed to score in the final 26 minutes. The Waratahs, despite missing key players, displayed physicality and resilience, reducing the Lions' lead to just four points early in the second half and challenging the tourists more than expected. The match was scrappy with numerous handling errors, and the Lions' management now faces questions about the form and Test readiness of several players. Andy Farrell's side showed defensive line speed and scrum dominance, but the overall disjointed display highlighted the need for improvement ahead of the Test series. The win marked the Lions' third consecutive victory on Australian soil during the tour, though it left unresolved concerns about their ability to build momentum against higher-level opposition.