First Test analysis, second Test selection calls, and the Wallabies' underperformance

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21 Jul 2025

First Test analysis, second Test selection calls, and the Wallabies' underperformance

James Tracy, Bernard Jackman and, a little bit later on, Murray Kinsella join Gavan Casey to discuss the Lions' comprehensive first victory over the Wallabies.

JT and Berch discuss the potential changes that Andy Farrell can make to his 23 ahead of the second Test, and whether the introductions of Will Skelton and Rob Valetini can make a material difference on the Aussies' end.

Murr brings the latest from the Lions in Melbourne.

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