Overview
- Australia’s 22-12 victory in the third Test denied the Lions a 3-0 sweep, concluding the series 2-1 in favour of the tourists.
- Early in the second half a lightning warning halted play for 35 minutes before the match resumed in torrential rain at Accor Stadium.
- Lions skipper Maro Itoje, lock James Ryan and Australia’s Tom Lynagh withdrew after failing head injury assessments, underscoring rugby’s strict concussion protocols.
- Tries from Dylan Pietsch, Max Jorgensen and Tate McDermott built a commanding lead, with Jac Morgan scoring the Lions’ only try.
- Andy Farrell’s team made minimal changes to their lineup but struggled under adverse conditions and Australia’s renewed intensity.