Overview
- The Lions arrived in Perth to face Western Force on June 28 as they gear up for a three-Test series starting on July 19.
- Rugby Australia has released five Force players and on June 25 freed hooker Matt Faessler and centre Hunter Paisami to meet the Lions in Brisbane.
- Lions CEO Ben Calveley warned that keeping top Wallabies sidelined risks breaching the tour agreement and leaves midweek fixtures less competitive.
- Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has retained key squad members for the July 6 Fiji match to manage injury concerns and sharpen Test preparations.
- Andy Farrell emphasises an expansive, attack-driven style as the Lions aim to rebound from their 28-24 loss to Argentina in Dublin.