In preparation for upcoming Tests, the British & Irish Lions are adjusting their lineup, with coach Andy Farrell making numerous changes for the opening tour match against Western Force. Key players Tadhg Beirne and Sione Tuipulotu keep their spots from the previous game, while Finn Russell earns his first start on tour at stand-off. Notably, young Henry Pollock is named at Number 8. The Western Force field a strong team led by captain Nic White, but they will miss Kurtley Beale due to injury, impacting their strategies for the match.
In the Lions' opening tour match, coach Andy Farrell made several changes to the lineup, with only two players retaining their starting positions from last week.
Finn Russell starts at stand-off for the first time on this tour, while Henry Pollock, a young talent, is starting at Number 8.
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