Andy Farrell’s five Lions posers as clock counts down to first test in Australia

Time is short to make an impression on Andy Farrell and be one of the 23 for the opening test on July 19

LIONISED: Joe McCarthy's early tour form has put him in the frame for a first test start. Pic: Billy Stickland, Inpho

THE British & Irish Lions have barely started their trek around Australia, but the all-important Test series is fast approaching. Some definitive selection calls will soon have to be made and this week’s games, against the Queensland Reds in Brisbane on Wednesday and the New South Wales Waratahs in Sydney on Saturday, will be pivotal for certain individuals.  There are five main areas of debate.