The Queensland Reds are the outstanding Australian franchise so it would be a risk to move the entire coaching team to the Wallabies
There is no such thing as a subdued meeting between England and Wales, it just doesn't exist, but Saturday's encounter at the Principality Stadium has some extra spice.
Heading into the Six Nations, Ireland look well placed to have as many as 16 players in the Lions squad.
Australia lost 13-27 to Scotland last Sunday and the reaction has been to alter one back and five forwards.
Wales are without a Test victory since the 2023 World Cup.
Running an Australia XV tour alongside the Wallabies' voyage is a smart decision which may pay big dividends.
There was a time when the Gallagher Premiership boasted some great All Blacks and a host of South Africa stars, but times have changed.
The Wallabies have injury problems of their own and they will find out whether their strength-in-depth matches the Springboks' resources
Lack of experience proved the decisive factor in a disastrous 2023 for the Wallabies.
Eddie Jones' downfall, Wales's resurrection and the match of the tournament between Ireland and South Africa lit up the rugby world