Lions win first series in 16 years
The British and Irish Lions beat Australia today to end a 16-year wait for a Test series win. A big 41-16 victory meant the series ended 2-1.
Lions beat Australia in opening test in Brisbane
The British and Irish Lions have been beaten Australia in their opening test match.
Alex Cuthbert's second half try and conversions from Leigh Halfpenny put the Lions ahead.
Australia were decimated by injuries with several players stretchered off the field throughout the match.
The game came down to a nail biting finish with Australia given a penalty in the final minute which would have secured victory for them.
But kicker Kurtley Beale slipped and failed to convert the penalty.
Australia 21 v British and Irish Lions 23.
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