Dan Sheehan warns Lions will match Western Force’s hunger

The Lions know they are being targeted by Super Rugby teams eager to make history.

Dan Sheehan has urged the Lions to show passion against Western Force (Evan Treacy/PA)

Dan Sheehan insists his British and Irish Lions will use their pride in the jersey to match the determination of a Western Force side who are targeting a famous victory in Perth.

Lions captain Maro Itoje has been stood down for the opening fixture on Australian soil so Ireland hooker Sheehan takes charge of Andy Farrell’s men at Optus Stadium on Saturday.