After 12 long years for the Wallabies, the time has finally arrived with the first British and Irish Lions Test just days away, and not only is excitement building among fans, but there is a bit of shock news on the Australian selection front with Tom Lynagh set to be handed the key No.10 jersey.

Christy Doran and Matt To'omua are joined by former England and Lions star Ben Youngs to not only talk about how the tourists have been preparing but what game plan Joe Schmidt and the Wallabies must employ to taste success.

Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt To'omua

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The Wallabies only just scraped over the line against Fiji in their first Test of the season, but the big news to come out of the game was that Noah Lolesio will miss the three Tests against the British and Irish Lions after requiring neck surgery.

Christy Doran and Matt To'omua unpack the performance and who is going to replace Lolesio at No.10. Plus, an in-depth chat with rugby correspondent for The Times and friend of the podcast Alex Lowe who is travelling with the Lions media pack to discuss the tourists' strong form on Australian soil.

Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt To'omua

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Australia is in the grip of Lions Mania, with the British & Irish Lions beginning their tour Down Under with a big win over the Western Force as they gear up to take on a Wallabies team preparing to first face Fiji.

Christy Doran and Matt To'omua unpack all the drama from the weekend - including a Perth ground announcer's cheeky dig at the Lions' Southern Hemisphere lads! Plus, an in-depth chat with Wallabies stalwart and friend of the podcast Scott Sio.

Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt To'omua

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