NEW ZEALAND TOUR
What the statistics say about Lions vs All Blacks clash
Ups and downs for the British and Irish Lions ahead of one of rugby's most keenly anticipated rugby matches since the 2015 World Cup final
The first Test between the All Blacks and British and Irish Lions is one of the most keenly anticipated rugby matches since the 2015 World Cup final — and statistically the tourists do not have a chance. The slow build-up to Saturday’s big game at Eden Park has been enthralling‚ filled with ups and downs for the tourists. The narrative of scaling impossible odds has given way to a belief there is a faint hope of an upset by the tourists. Series of this nature are an anachronism in the modern era‚ yet the Lions’ trudge through New Zealand over the past three weeks has served as a reminder that tours‚ with provincial matches‚ are still relevant and exciting. The tour takes on a life of its own‚ with each match part of a jigsaw for the Lions as they piece together a team coach Warren Gatland and his assistants hope will be good enough to beat the All Blacks. Nowadays there is no tougher assignment than trying to beat the All Blacks. It was always difficult‚ but with each passing year i...
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