Lions v Brumbies preview: expect a direct approach in chilly Canberra as tourists move into Test match mode

Donal Lenihan: Canberra test is a shadow Test for Farrell and Lions

On the evidence presented to date, there’s plenty of fine-tuning required in both camps before either side can approach the key opening test with a real degree of confidence.

Lions v Brumbies preview: expect a direct approach in chilly Canberra as tourists move into Test match mode

Everybody in Australia says the cold cuts differently in Canberra. By kick-off on Wednesday night local time, there’ll be no mistaking that this is winter Down Under after all.