Overview
- Mack Hansen and Blair Kinghorn will undergo final fitness tests in Thursday’s training as both backs remain doubtful for the first Test.
- Centre Garry Ringrose has been ruled out for at least 12 days under concussion protocols, ending his availability for the series opener.
- Scotland wing Darcy Graham has been called up this week to provide immediate cover in the back three.
- Hugo Keenan is set to start at fullback with Marcus Smith named on the bench, while Owen Farrell has been omitted from the matchday 23.
- The Lions will confirm their final lineup only after the last high-performance session before Saturday’s clash at Suncorp Stadium.