Overview

• Tom Lynagh will make his first Test start at fly-half after Noah Lolesio was ruled out with neck surgery.
• Rob Valetini’s injury has forced reshuffles in the forward pack, with Fraser McReight charged with ramping up breakdown pressure.
• The British & Irish Lions have retained the same starting XV that secured five straight warm-up wins, entering as heavy favourites.
• Andy Farrell stressed there is no room for overconfidence and demanded his team execute their game plan under Test conditions.
• Wallabies captain Harry Wilson said the squad’s week of preparation had been excellent and that the team remained confident despite underdog status.