Australian Announcers Joke About the Lions Selection
The British and Irish Lions team has been the subject of attention due to the nationality of some of its members. Australian commentators, during the first match of the tour, did not miss the opportunity to show off their humor. At Optus Stadium in Perth, the teams were announced before the match, highlighting four Lions players.The Lions responded on the field, achieving a resounding victory with a score of 54-7, giving a good start to their tour. The origin of some Lions players sparked debate before the match, with Schoeman defending the right of foreign-born players to be part of the team.“Our ex-Australian at number 14, Mack Hansen”, was heard over the loudspeakers. “Another Australian at number 12, Sione Tuipulotu.
At number 11, the New Zealander now Irish, James Lowe… In the front row, the ex-South African schoolboy now Scottish, Pierre Schoeman”.
Eight players from Andy Farrell’s team, including Schoeman, were born outside of England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. They qualified through family or extended residency.
