Australia 26-29 Lions

Australia v Lions Match Reports

The Lions fought back to beat Australia 29-26 in front of a record crowd at the MCG, securing a 2-0 series win. An explosive first half saw the Wallabies race into a 23-5 lead with a dominant opening display, before the Lions clawed their way back into the contest. James Slipper, Jake Gordon and Tom Wright all crossed for Australia, while Dan Sheehan, Tom Curry and Huw Jones replied for the Lions. The tourists trailed 23-17 at the end of a pulsating first half. Tom Lynagh added a third penalty early in the second half to extend Australia's lead. Tadhg Beirne scored the Lions’ fourth try on the hour mark, with Finn Russell converting to cut the deficit to two points. Then, in the final minute, Hugo Keenan struck with the decisive fifth try to clinch the series for the Lions with a Test to spare. A selection of match reports is listed below:

• Autumn Internationals: Hugo Keenan's last-gasp try completes comeback as Lions celebrate series win
• BBC: Lions fight back to win series against Wallabies in MCG classic
• Guardian: Hugo Keenan’s dramatic final act snatches series victory for Lions over Wallabies
• Telegraph: Thrilling last-gasp try turns Lions into history boys
• Sky Sports: Tourists fight back from 18 points behind to clinch series in final minute
• Rugby.com.au: Keenan breaks Wallabies hearts as British & Irish Lions wrap up series in Melbourne