Owen Farrellhas been selected for the British andIrishLions’ effort to secure a series win against Australia in Melbourne on Saturday.
Four days following his leadership of theLionsIn the midweek win against the First Nations and Pasifika, Farrell will debut in a Test match since the 2023 World Cup, playing as fly-half and inside centre.
Head coach Andy Farrellhas implemented three modifications to the starting team that secured the first Test victory of 27-19, including the exclusion of Sione Tuipulotu, who has been completely left out of the 23-man squad for the matchBundee Akiassuming his position in the number 12 jersey.
Joe McCarthy has been defeated by his ongoing struggle with plantar fasciitis, leading to Ollie Chessum being brought in for the second row. There is also a change at loosehead prop, with Andrew Porter selected over Ellis Genge.
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