Lions run in eight tries in win over Western Force

In their opening match of the Australian tour, the British and Irish Lions showcased their strength with a convincing 54-7 victory over Western Force, scoring a total of eight tries. The match took place in front of a record crowd of 46,656 spectators at Perth's rugby stadium. The Lions established an early lead, with significant contributions from captain Dan Sheehan, Tomos Williams, and Elliot Daly, who all crossed the try line in the first half. Despite the Western Force maintaining territorial dominance during this period, it was the Lions who capitalized on their opportunities, leading 21-7 at halftime. The only try for the Western Force came from their skipper Nic White, who managed to break through the Lions' defense amid the pressure of the match.

The second half saw a complete turnaround as the Lions intensified their attack, with Williams scoring a stunning breakaway try shortly after the restart, although his effort was marred by an injury concern. The Lions continued to dominate, with Garry Ringrose, the towering Joe McCarthy, and a second try from Daly contributing to the scoreline. Alex Mitchell capped off the match with a late try, bringing the Lions' total to 54 points. The performance not only showcased the Lions' attacking prowess but also highlighted some defensive lapses from the Western Force, who struggled to contain the relentless pressure from their opponents. Overall, the match set a strong tone for the Lions' tour, emphasizing their ambitions and capabilities in the upcoming fixtures.