Joe Schmidt intrigued by 'pretty formidable' British & Irish Lions selection but reveals the 'most disconcerting' factor for Wallabies

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19/06/2025 10:49

Joe Schmidt reacts to Andy Farrell's British and Irish Lions team to face Argentina.

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