Andy Farrell has put himself in a strong position to take charge of the British and Irish Lions in New Zealand in 2029, according to Lions bosses.

Brian O’Driscoll, the former Ireland and Lions captain, argued in a newspaper column this week for Farrell senior to get the 2029 gig. To us outsiders, Andy’s pleasant calmness amid the occasional madness has certainly been a hallmark of this tour.

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Owen Farrell has been selected on the bench in a British and Irish Lions overhaul for the second test against Australia that includes three changes to the starting lineup that won the first test 27-19 in Brisbane last weekend.