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British and Irish Lions Dominate Western Force 54-7 in Perth
The British & Irish Lions began their 2025 Australia tour with a dominant 54-7 victory over Western Force in Perth, showcasing a strong attacking performance with eight tries scored by key players including Tomos Williams, Elliot Daly, and Dan Sheehan. Despite an early period of pressure from the Western Force that kept the score tied at 7-7, the Lions' superior class and composure led to a decisive second-half surge. Fly-half Finn Russell played a pivotal role, orchestrating the attack with precise kicking and playmaking, while Joe McCarthy earned man-of-the-match honors with crucial defensive plays. However, the Lions face a potential injury concern at scrum-half after Williams left the game with a hamstring injury, leaving Alex Mitchell as a primary option due to Jamison Gibson-Park's ongoing fitness issues. Coach Andy Farrell expressed satisfaction with the team's resilience and noted areas for improvement, particularly discipline and defensive cohesion, ahead of the upcoming test series against the Wallabies. The victory not only boosted team morale but also sent a strong message of intent for the challenges ahead in the Australian leg of their tour.

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