US EditionLions Dominate Early to Down Wallabies 27-19 in First Test
QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, JUL 19 – The Lions dominated early with key performances from Finn Russell and Tom Curry to take a 27-19 lead in the series opener, holding off a stronger Wallabies second half.
- The British and Irish Lions defeated Australia 27-19 in the first test at Lang Park on Saturday, taking a 1-0 lead in the series.
- The Lions dominated the first half through strong forward play and three early tries, building a 24-5 lead powered by Finn Russell's kicking.
- Australia staged a late resurgence, highlighted by second-half tries from Carlo Tizzano and Tate McDermott, and demonstrated greater fluidity after making substitutions.
- Lions coach Andy Farrell highlighted the importance of beginning the tour with a victory, while Wallabies captain Harry Wilson acknowledged his team's disappointment but took pride in their resilience.
- Australia looks to strengthen their performance as they prepare for the upcoming test at Melbourne Cricket Ground, boosted by the return of forwards Rob Valetini and Will Skelton.
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Lions dominate early to down Wallabies
Dan Sheehan of the Lions scores his team's third try despite the efforts of Wallaby Harry Potter in Brisbane. Photo: Getty Images British & Irish Lions rode a dominant first-half display to a 27-19 win over Australia in the first test, holding off a late Wallabies fightback for a comfortable victory to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
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British and Irish Lions dominate early and hang on for a 27-19 win over Australia
BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — Flyhalf Finn Russell kicked a penalty, landed three conversions and set up the first try as the British and Irish Lions dominated early and then held on for a 27-19 win over Australia in Saturday's series-opening…
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