Overview

• Kurtley Beale was named captain of the First Nations & Pasifika XV for Tuesday’s match against the British & Irish Lions at Melbourne’s Docklands Stadium.
• The squad features six indigenous Australians alongside players of Pacific Island heritage underlining a celebration of First Nations and Pasifika culture.
• Andy Farrell’s Lions have maintained a perfect record on tour with six consecutive wins, including the first Test victory on July 19.
• Former Wallaby Pete Samu was ruled out after failing to meet the tour agreement stipulation requiring Super Rugby appearances this season.
• Toutai Kefu expressed confidence that his newly formed side can upset the tourists and deliver the Lions their first defeat in Australia on this tour.