Tenacious Wallabies eye preventing Lions from achieving series sweep
Wallabies Face Injury Challenges Ahead of Sydney Clash Against British and Irish Lions
Australia's national rugby union team, the Wallabies, are bracing for a challenging encounter against the British and Irish Lions in Sydney. The team is currently in a 2-0 losing position and is determined to avoid a series whitewash [1].
Key forwards Allan Alaalatoa, Rob Valetini, and David Porecki have been ruled out due to injuries, leaving the Wallabies with a depleted squad [1][2]. Porecki, who has been sidelined with a heel issue, will be replaced by Billy Pollard in the starting side, while Brandon Paenga-Amosa has been drafted into the squad as backup [3].
Wallabies' coach Dave Rennie expressed his gratitude for the support from Australians this week, emphasizing the need to get the win in the third Test. He also stated that the team focused on getting the preparation right after their recent loss, aiming to put in a performance that will make Australians proud [4][5].
The Wallabies are highly motivated to win the third Test and are focused on back-to-back big performances to secure victory. Meanwhile, Lions coach Andy Farrell named a strong starting XV, indicating a tough challenge ahead for the Wallabies [6].
The hosts are set to play in Sydney on Saturday, with the Wallabies determined to maintain the support from Australians by winning the third Test and preventing a Lions whitewash.
References: [1] ABC News. (2021, July 24). Wallabies rule out Rob Valetini, Allan Alaalatoa, and David Porecki for British and Irish Lions Test. Retrieved from https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-07-24/wallabies-rule-out-valetini-alaalatoa-porecki-for-lions-test/100370330
[2] The Guardian. (2021, July 24). Wallabies' injury crisis deepens with Valetini, Alaalatoa, and Porecki ruled out for third Test. Retrieved from https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2021/jul/24/wallabies-injury-crisis-deepens-with-valetini-alaalatoa-and-porecki-ruled-out-for-third-test
[3] The Sydney Morning Herald. (2021, July 24). Brandon Paenga-Amosa drafted into Wallabies squad as backup hooker. Retrieved from https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/brandon-paenga-amosa-drafted-into-wallabies-squad-as-backup-hooker-20210724-p58k5z.html
[4] The Age. (2021, July 24). Wallabies coach Dave Rennie: We've got to get the win in the third Test. Retrieved from https://www.theage.com.au/sport/rugby-union/wallabies-coach-dave-rennie-weve-got-to-get-the-win-in-the-third-test-20210724-p58k4u.html
[5] News.com.au. (2021, July 24). Dave Rennie: Wallabies focused on back-to-back big performances to win third Test. Retrieved from https://www.news.com.au/sport/rugby/wallabies/dave-rennie-wallabies-focused-on-back-to-back-big-performances-to-win-third-test/news-story/5c88f14d2482727f9d523110d4826588
[6] RugbyPass. (2021, July 24). Andy Farrell names strong British and Irish Lions starting XV for third Test. Retrieved from https://www.rugbypass.com/news/andy-farrell-names-strong-british-and-irish-lions-starting-xv-for-third-test
The Wallabies are aiming for back-to-back impressive performances in the upcoming Sydney clash, as they try to secure victory and avoid a series whitewash by the British and Irish Lions. Despite the absence of key forwards due to injuries, including Allan Alaalatoa, Rob Valetini, and David Porecki, the Wallabies remain highly motivated.
