Maro Itoje Returns As Lions Face Queensland Reds Test
Welsh scrumhalf Tomos Williams faces tour-ending injury as he gets replaced by Scotland's Ben White. Coach Andy Farrell rings the changes with captain Maro Itoje returning for the British & Irish Lions' match against Queensland Reds. The team is preparing for upcoming tests against Australian sides.
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The British & Irish Lions' tour encountered a setback as Welsh scrumhalf Tomos Williams suffered a season-ending hamstring injury. Williams, injured while scoring against Western Force, will be replaced by Scotland's Ben White.
Tour manager Ieuan Evans expressed sympathy, praising Williams as an exemplary player who had been a standout throughout the season.
Lions coach Andy Farrell announced a reshuffled lineup to face the Queensland Reds, with Maro Itoje returning as captain. The team is gearing up for a challenging series of matches leading to their first test against the Wallabies.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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