Sione Tuipulotu will not play for the British & Irish Lions against Australia due to a hamstring injury. Bundee Aki takes his place at inside centre with Owen Farrell on the bench. Nine players from Ireland make the lineup, including Andrew Porter who replaces Ellis Genge. Ollie Chessum steps in for the injured Joe McCarthy, while Huw Jones retains his spot after Garry Ringrose's concussion. The unchanged back-row features Tadhg Beirne, Tom Curry, and Jack Conan, while Aki is the sole change in the backline.
Sione Tuipulotu has been omitted from the British & Irish Lions squad due to a tight hamstring after impressing in the first Test against Australia.
Bundee Aki replaces Tuipulotu at inside centre, while Owen Farrell, initially a starter, will be on the bench for the upcoming match.
Andy Farrell has selected nine Ireland players in the squad, with Andrew Porter replacing Ellis Genge in the starting XV against Australia.
Huw Jones remains in the squad due to Garry Ringrose's withdrawal caused by a concussion, despite initial expectations for Ringrose's starting position.
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