Writing in the Scotland on Sunday, Iain Morrison offers his thoughts on Ian McGeechan's Lions squad.
"One commentator complained of the lack of "stardust" in the squad but the modern reality is that top-level matches are rarely won by moments of inspiration. Instead, the winning team usually relies upon the brutal application of relentless effort allied to correct decision-making.
"The omission of James "Stardust" Hook means that the remaining playmakers are primarily kickers and it is a little worrying that McGeechan has not given himself even the option of playing a more expansive, ball-in-hand game. However, he is experienced enough to know what he can achieve with a scratch team on a six-week tour. The answer is a lot less than he would like and, given the players he has selected, there will be precious few surprises in the way the Lions approach the Tests."
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