Thrilling second Test saves Lions tour from ignominy

The Counter Ruck

The Irish Times

July 29, 202524 min
Rugby

Thrilling second Test saves Lions tour from ignominy

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Episode Notes

As expected, the Lions are series winners having secured a 2-0 lead heading into the final Test against the Wallabies in Sydney. But, Melbourne’s second Test victory wasn’t without its drama. A Wallaby counterpunch, a thrilling fightback, refereeing controversy, a last-minute try and plenty of Irish involvement. The second Test had it all and the tour as a whole badly needed such a shot in the arm.


Gordon D’Arcy and John O’Sullivan join Nathan Johns to pick through the match; how did Australia give Andy Farrell’s side a bloody nose? How did the Lions recover?


Read about the Lions tour: irishtimes.com/sport/rugby


Produced by John Casey.

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