Summary
The British and Irish Lions rugby team will play against Western Force in their first match in Australia. Some Australian star players have been released to play for their clubs, which follows an agreement to make these games competitive. The Lions will continue their tour with matches against other Australian teams before their main Test series against the Australian national team.
Key Facts
- The Lions will play their first match in Australia against Western Force on Saturday.
- Five Wallabies players, including Nic White, are released to play for Western Force.
- Australia head coach Joe Schmidt has kept some players in camp to avoid injuries.
- There is an agreement for Test players to participate in matches before the main series.
- The Lions aim to make these games competitive for players and fans.
- The Lions are scheduled to play against the Queensland Reds, ACT Brumbies, and NSW Waratahs.
- The Lions' main Test series against Australia starts on July 19 in Brisbane.
- Discussions are ongoing about including new destinations in future Lions tours.
