The Consequence Test

The Wallabies blinked. The Lions pounced. And now, it’s do-or-die at the ‘G.

In this latest episode of Rugby Unity, host David Pembroke is joined once again by two of the game’s sharpest minds — former Wallaby coach Ewen McKenzie and former England and Australia head coach Eddie Jones — Together they undertake a tactical breakdown of the first Lions Test and offer a no nonsense preview of the second.

Was the Wallabies’ late comeback a sign of hope — or just false dawn?

Ewen and Eddie examine what really happened in Brisbane: the Lions’ up tempo start, Australia’s poor kicking strategy, and how Joe Schmidt’s men were outmuscled and out-thought. But the good news? The Wallabies found a formula late in the game — and now it’s time to go all in.

Selections. Strategies. Short sides.

The coaches dissect what needs to change for Australia: Will Skelton’s footwork and power game. The pressing need to get early ball for Joseph Sua’ali’i. Tate McDermott’s spark at 9. They even go head-to-head to pick their ideal Wallabies XV. Spoiler: It’s all about breaking structure and winning ugly.

Inside both camps.

Eddie and Ewen reveal the psychology behind Test week — from selection Monday to pressure Thursday. Plus, what the Lions will do next, and the quiet cracks beginning to show in their defence and conditioning.

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