Lions vs. Wallabies: The Ideal Tournament Team according to ESPN

The British and Irish Lions’ tour of Australia has come to an end, marking the close of an intense rugby season.Despite the defeat in the last match of a 10-match schedule, Andy Farrell’s team faced a unique psychological challenge in the third test against the Wallabies, with the series already defined 2-0 in favor of the Lions.Australia proved its worth by securing victory in the last match with a score of 22-12 in adverse weather conditions in Sydney. The match was interrupted by an electrical storm that flooded the field with rain.The tour culminated with eight victories for the Lions, framed by the initial defeats against Argentina and the last test.Here’s the series team, according to Sam Bruce.

FULLBACK: TOM WRIGHTWright outperformed Hugo Keenan, despite the Irishman’s decisive try at the MCG. Wright’s work in the three tests, with 85 meters more than Keenan and seven defenders beaten, secures him a place in the team.RIGHT WING: MAX JORGENSENJorgensen, 20 years old, shone in the three matches with Australia, scoring memorable tries and proving to be one of the most elusive players. In the third test, he ran 94 meters, made three clean breaks and beat four defenders.OUTSIDE CENTRE: HUW JONESJones consolidated at the Lions’ number 13 center position, seizing the opportunity after Garry Ringrose decided to report concussion symptoms. He scored a try in the second test and created defensive problems for Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii.INSIDE CENTRE: LEN IKITAUIkitau made 13 carries in difficult conditions in Sydney. Sione Tuipulotu had a great first test, while Bundee Aki had a complicated night at Accor Stadium.LEFT WING: JAMES LOWELowe was selected for his assist in Tadhg Beirne’s try in the second test. His performance was mixed in the first two matches, before being replaced by Blair Kinghorn in Sydney.FLY-HALF: FINN RUSSELLRussell was key in the first two tests, demonstrating his passing ability. Although he had a difficult last test in Sydney, his previous performance was fundamental. His pass for Sione Tuipulotu’s try in Brisbane was a work of art.SCRUM-HALF: JAMISON GIBSON-PARKGibson-Park controlled the pace of the game with great precision and speed. Tate McDermott also stood out, contributing from the bench and playing on the wing.

NO. 8: JACK CONAN

Conan played an important role in all three tests, with 24 tackles in the second test victory. Harry Wilson also had good interventions, but Conan stood out for his contributions.

NO. 7: TOM CURRY

Curry proved his worth, being one of the most outstanding players in the series. He scored tries in the first two tests and made an important defensive tackle in Melbourne.

NO. 6: TADHG BEIRNE

Beirne was named player of the series, showing his strength in attack and defense. He was the man of the match in Brisbane and contributed constantly throughout the three matches.NO. 5: WILL SKELTONSkelton was key in the improvement of the Wallabies, demonstrating solidity and antagonizing their opponents.NO. 4: MARO ITOJEItoje became the second winning captain of the Lions in this century, demonstrating his worth in the first two tests. His participation in the tour ended with an injury in Sydney.NO. 3: TADHG FURLONGFurlong remained as one of the best in the tighthead prop position, despite the injuries. Allan Alaalatoa and Taniela Tupou also had good performances.NO. 2: DAN SHEEHANSheehan was sensational in the first two tests, with his work in the field and his game intelligence. His combination of speed, physique and hard work is the model for the modern hooker.NO. 1: JAMES SLIPPERSlipper was a key figure for Australia in the three tests. Andrew Porter and Ellis Genge also had outstanding performances.