The Sam Warburton selection for tomorrow is understandable

I would never have put Warren Gatland down as a man who cared too much abut outside opinion, but it’s an easy conclusion to arrive at given some of his decisions in recent weeks, says Ronan O’Gara.

The Wellington ‘Cake Tin’ is one of the world’s great grounds for running rugby. It possesses a fast surface and is the home pitch for Beauden Barrett which, depending on your allegiance tomorrow, increases the possibility of a thrilling or frightening masterclass.

Behind most opinions on the Lions second test XV appears to be optimism that Warren Gatland’s selection can level the series. Honestly, I don’t see that, but it is very interesting to look at the back division for the tourists and note the lack of size there. I see that as a very positive development for the future of the game.