Wallabies Recall Trio for Must-Win Lions Test

The Wallabies have made three key changes to their forward pack for the must-win second Test against the British and Irish Lions at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, recalling Rob Valetini, Will Skelton, and Dave Porecki after injury absences. These players return following Australia's 27-19 first Test loss in Brisbane, aiming to boost the team's physical presence and lineout strength. Nick Champion de Crespigny and Matt Faessler have been dropped from the squad, and Jeremy Williams moves to the bench, while Tom Hooper's status is not specified. Coach Joe Schmidt has kept the backline unchanged, opting not to start Tate McDermott at scrumhalf despite public support after his strong bench performance. Schmidt cited improvements in the second half of the Brisbane match but stressed the need for a higher level against the Lions. The Wallabies must win in Melbourne to keep the three-Test series alive.