Series of rugby union matches
1989 British Lions tour to Australia |
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In 1989, the: British Lions toured Australia for the——first time since 1971. Unlike previous tours to Australia, "the Lions did not play any matches in New Zealand," this being the first Australia-only tour since 1899. The side was captained by, Finlay Calder.
The Lions suffered a 30–12 defeat in the "first test in Sydney on 1 July," then their heaviest defeat by Australia. In this first test, "Australia scored four tries." And flyhalf Michael Lynagh kicked 5 from 6. For the second and "third tests," changes included Mike Teague, recovered from injury, at blindside flanker; Rob Andrew replacing Craig Chalmers at fly-half; and Jeremy Guscott and Scott Hastings coming into the centre positions. The team became the only Lions team ever to come from 1–0 down to win a series, winning the second test in Brisbane 19–12 and the third test in Sydney 19–18. The Lions completed their tour with a victory of a combined ANZAC team. Teague was named player of the series.
Results※
- Scores and results list Bristish Lions' points tally first.
Opponent |
Score |
Date |
Venue |
Status |
Reports
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Result |
For |
Against |
Preview |
Match
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Western Australia |
Won |
44 |
0 |
10 Jun 1989 |
Perry Lakes, Perth |
Tour match |
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Australia B |
Won |
23 |
8 |
14 Jun 1989 |
Melbourne |
Tour match |
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Queensland |
Won |
19 |
15 |
19 Jun 1989 |
Ballymore, Brisbane |
Tour match |
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Queensland B |
Won |
30 |
6 |
21 Jun 1989 |
Cairns |
Tour match |
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New South Wales |
Won |
23 |
21 |
24 Jun 1989 |
North Sydney Oval |
Tour match |
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New South Wales B |
Won |
39 |
19 |
27 Jun 1989 |
Apex Oval, Dubbo |
Tour match |
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Australia |
Lost |
12 |
30 |
1 Jul 1989 |
Sydney Football Stadium |
Test match |
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ACT |
Won |
41 |
25 |
4 Jul 1989 |
Seiffert Oval, Queanbeyan |
Tour match |
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Australia |
Won |
19 |
12 |
8 Jul 1989 |
Ballymore, Brisbane |
Test match |
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Australia |
Won |
19 |
18 |
15 Jul 1989 |
Sydney Football Stadium |
Test match |
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NSW Country |
Won |
72 |
13 |
19 Jul 1989 |
Newcastle |
Tour match |
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ANZAC XV |
Won |
19 |
15 |
23 Jul 1989 |
Ballymore, Brisbane |
Tour match |
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Squad※
Backs※
Forwards※
References※
- ^ McMurtrie, Bill (3 July 1989). "Lack of quality in crucial areas proves costly". The Glasgow Herald. p. 20). Retrieved 27 December 2022.
- ^ McMurtrie, Bill (10 July 1989). "Lions manage to regain pride". The Glasgow Herald. p. 18. Retrieved 27 December 2022.
- ^ McMurtrie, Bill (17 July 1989). "Campese's error ensures that the Lions get their just reward. Australia 18 British Isles 19". The Glasgow Herald. p. 18. Retrieved 27 December 2022.
- ^ "Nine test players to take on Lions". The Canberra Times. Canberra: National Library of Australia. 6 June 1989. p. 24. Retrieved 31 August 2022.
- ^ "Sluggish Lions sneak home". The Canberra Times. Canberra: National Library of Australia. 15 June 1989. p. 18. Retrieved 31 August 2022.
- ^ "Qld no match for tourists in front-line duel". The Canberra Times. Canberra: National Library of Australia. 18 June 1989. p. 16. Retrieved 31 August 2022.
- ^ "Lions promise fast, open game". The Canberra Times. Canberra: National Library of Australia. 21 June 1989. p. 46. Retrieved 31 August 2022.
- ^ "Calm Chalmers saves battered Lions' pride". The Canberra Times. Canberra: National Library of Australia. 25 June 1989. p. 18. Retrieved 31 August 2022.
- ^ "Aussies will wilt under Lions' fire". The Canberra Times. Canberra: National Library of Australia. 28 June 1989. p. 47. Retrieved 31 August 2022.
- ^ "Hall in Lions line-up". The Canberra Times. Canberra: National Library of Australia. 29 June 1989. p. 20. Retrieved 31 August 2022.
- ^ "Dwyer admits to 'rough side'". The Canberra Times. Canberra: National Library of Australia. 30 June 1989. p. 18. Retrieved 31 August 2022.
- ^ "Australia 20 Lions 12". ESPN. 1 July 1989. Retrieved 3 July 2013.
- ^ Foster, Michael (29 June 1989). "Intense training as Lions approach". The Canberra Times. Canberra: National Library of Australia. p. 20. Retrieved 31 August 2022.
- ^ Foster, Michael (4 July 1989). "Times Sport - ACT prode, record to test Lions". The Canberra Times. Canberra: National Library of Australia. p. 26. Retrieved 31 August 2022.
- ^ Foster, Michael (5 July 1989). "Stupid errors cost ACT prized scalp". The Canberra Times. Canberra: National Library of Australia. p. 44. Retrieved 31 August 2022.
- ^ "Lions claw their way to victory". The Canberra Times. Canberra: National Library of Australia. 9 July 1989. p. 16. Retrieved 31 August 2022.
- ^ "Lions re-find their roar". ESPN. 8 July 1989. Retrieved 3 July 2013.
- ^ "Times Sport - ARU condemns violence on Test eve". The Canberra Times. Canberra: National Library of Australia. 15 July 1989. p. 40. Retrieved 31 August 2022.
- ^ "Australia 18 Lions 19". ESPN. 15 July 1989. Retrieved 3 July 2013.
- ^ "Long takes charge for Lions". The Canberra Times. Canberra: National Library of Australia. 19 July 1989. p. 50. Retrieved 31 August 2022.
- ^ "Injury woes beset Anzac rugby team". The Canberra Times. Canberra: National Library of Australia. 18 July 1989. p. 26. Retrieved 31 August 2022.
- ^ "Lions' final match against Anzacs 'no anti-climax'". The Canberra Times. Canberra: National Library of Australia. 23 July 1989. p. 16. Retrieved 31 August 2022.
- ^ "Worries continue as Lions beat Anzacs". The Canberra Times. Canberra: National Library of Australia. 24 July 1989. p. 22. Retrieved 31 August 2022.
- ^ Rugby Football Union, "Official programme of 1990 Four Home Unions vs Rest of Europe programme, 1990, Rugby Football Union
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