Owen Farrell Leads the Lions: They Face First Nations and Pasifika XV

Last Match of the British and Irish Lions: Clash against First Nations and Pasifika

The last match of the British and Irish Lions tour is about to begin. They will face a combination of First Nations and Pasifika in Melbourne. Coach Andy Farrell has made significant changes to the starting team that defeated the Wallabies 27-19 on Saturday, taking a 1-0 lead in the series.

While this gives key players a deserved rest before the second match this weekend, it also represents an opportunity for others to prove their worth and aim for a place in the team for the second Test.

Owen Farrell, son of coach Andy, will make his first start on this tour, replacing Elliot Daly.

• Blair Kinghorn, who was expected to start at fullback in the Tests, will look to excel after recovering from an injury.
• Up front, Jac Morgan and Henry Pollock, who were not included in the team in Brisbane, will seek to prove their worth.

The First Nations and Pasifika team boasts a combination of young and experienced veterans, led by former Wallaby Kurtley Beale, who will be seeking a victory against the Lions after having been part of the team that lost the 2013 series 2-1. An exciting showdown is expected at Marvel Stadium.