Rugby: Wood named as Lions' first skipper

Ireland captain Keith Wood will lead the Lions in Friday’s tour opener against Western Australia at the WACA.

Wed, 06 Jun, 2001 - 07:18

Ireland captain Keith Wood will lead the Lions in Friday’s tour opener against Western Australia at the WACA.

Wood has been handed the honour while tour skipper Martin Johnson sits out the first match, and takes charge of a team that includes nine debutants.

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