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Lions Face Last-Minute Selection Dilemma After Key Injuries

Fitness doubts for Hansen, Kinghorn have forced coach Andy Farrell into a late reshuffle of his backline ahead of the Brisbane opener

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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.