Overview

• The Lions toppled the Wallabies 27-19 at Suncorp Stadium to seize a 1-0 lead in the three-Test series.
• They dominated the first half with tries from Sione Tuipulotu and Tom Curry and extended their advantage early in the second half through Dan Sheehan.
• Fly-half Finn Russell contributed a penalty, three conversions and a try assist to spearhead the Lions’ early onslaught.
• Australia mounted a late comeback with Carlo Tizzano and Tate McDermott crossing but could not bridge the eight-point deficit.
• Both teams will regroup in Melbourne with the Lions targeting a 3-0 sweep for the first time in 121 years and Australia hopeful of welcoming back Rob Valetini and Will Skelton from injury.