What inspired Andy Farrell to pick Tadhg Beirne, Tom Curry and Jack Conan in the back row?

The British & Irish Lions have named their team to take on the Wallabies in the opening Test in Brisbane this Saturday night. Head coach Andy Farrell on why he went with Beirne, Curry and Conan.

What inspired Andy Farrell to pick Tadhg Beirne, Tom Curry and Jack Conan in the back row? 🦁 pic.twitter.com/TrowDgee92

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