Even the mightiest lion grows dull when its prey offers limited chase. The hunt may begin with promise, but when it becomes routine, instincts fade. When the real battle comes, the lion has to be ready for whatever their prey offers. The British and Irish Lions discovered this truth in their 54-7 demolition of Western Force in Perth, a win that showed their superiority while maybe raising some questions about the value of such mismatched games as Test preparation. The Force showed admirable resistance in the first half, but the gulf in skill, fitness, pace and bench impact between the sides…

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