Summary
The British and Irish Lions rugby team won the series against Australia but lost the final match, preventing a clean sweep of 3-0. Coach Andy Farrell expressed pride in the team's performance despite the loss. The Australian team improved throughout the series after a slow start.
Key Facts
- The British and Irish Lions won the series against Australia but lost the final match 22-12.
- Coach Andy Farrell said the team should be proud of their overall performance.
- The loss stopped the Lions from achieving their first 3-0 series sweep since 1927.
- Australia improved over the series, performing strongly in later games.
- The Lions' series win was their first since the 2013 tour of Australia.
- The Wallabies did not qualify for the knockout stage of the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
- There was controversy over a decision not to rule out a crucial try in the second Test.
- Coach Joe Schmidt believed that Australia started slowly due to inadequate preparation.
