US EditionHometown Boy Valetini Hungry for Lions Action
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA, JUL 20 – Rob Valetini and Will Skelton return from calf injuries to strengthen the Wallabies’ forward pack as they seek to even the series against the British and Irish Lions, officials said.
- On Saturday, Rob Valetini and lock Will Skelton return to the Wallabies lineup, declaring themselves fit to bolster Australia's pack as they seek to square the series.
- After missing the opening clash due to calf issues, Valetini’s absence left Australia short in a 27-19 loss at Suncorp Stadium, giving the Lions a 1-0 series lead.
- Will Skelton trained with Valetini on matchday morning in Brisbane and is nearing full fitness, while Valetini said he had a good week of training and feels ready after a tough session.
- Prop James Slipper said Australia must win at the MCG on Saturday to keep the series alive, warning a Lions victory would clinch the three-game contest before Sydney.
- Looking ahead, the Lions can wrap up the tour next week at the MCG, and British and Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell said the tourists can do so.
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Rugby-Hometown boy Valetini hungry for Lions after enforced absence
BRISBANE (Reuters) -Wallabies loose forward Rob Valetini said he cannot wait to get stuck into the British & Irish Lions at the weekend with his return from injury all the sweeter for the fact the second test is in his hometown of Melbourne.
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