Lions Tour 2021: How the British and Irish Lions rated as South Africa won the second Test
The British and Irish Lions and South Africa will meet in a series decider next Saturday after the Springboks won the second Test 27-9 at Cape Town Stadium.
By Graham Bean and Duncan Bech
Published 31st Jul 2021, 23:11 GMT
Updated 31st Jul 2021, 23:36 GMT
The home side pulled away in the second-half, scoring tries through Makazole Mapimpi and Lukhanyo Am after the tourists had led 9-6 at half-time.
Here’s how the Lions rated:
5. Alun Wyn Jones
The captain’s body language at the end told its own story of the Lions’ evening. 6/10 Photo: EJ Langner/Gallo Images/Getty Images
6. Courtney Lawes
Unable to make any impression on the Springboks, although he produced an excellent lineout steal. 6/10 Photo: Rodger Bosch/AFP via Getty Images
7. Tom Curry
Another player who could miss out if the Lions opt to make changes. Lots of snarl but no bite. 5/10 Photo: Phill Magako/AFP via Getty Images
8. Jack Conan
Impressed Warren Gatland in the first Test but this was a far harder match. 5/10 Photo: Rodger Bosch/AFP via Getty Images
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