Lions Tour: Lions tipped to roar back

The Lions have been backed to make a swift recovery after losing their first non-Test match in Australia since 1971.

Wed, 20 Jun, 2001 - 07:04

The Lions have been backed to make a swift recovery after losing their first non-Test match in Australia since 1971.

That 30-year record was ended by an Australia A side who, despite being outscored 3-1 on tries, triumphed through their greater discipline and organisation.

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