Overview

• Maro Itoje will lead a Lions lineup on Wednesday that closely mirrors Andy Farrell’s expected first-Test XV with Owen Farrell rested until the weekend.
• Farrell has opted to field his strongest midweek unit to sharpen key combinations and build cohesion ahead of the series opener in Brisbane on July 19.
• The Brumbies, who finished third in Super Rugby Pacific, are missing multiple Wallabies but will field lock Tom Hooper alongside his brother Lachie Hooper on debut.
• High-profile absentees for the Brumbies include Allan Alaalatoa, James Slipper and Noah Lolesio, all sidelined by national selection or injury.
• Sky Sports will broadcast the fixture live in the UK from 10 a.m. BST, while Australian viewers can stream via Stan Sport as Channel Nine prepares for Test coverage.