Ulster prop, Tom Court, has made his debut for the British and Irish Lions, coming off the bench in the tourists' 35 points to 0 victory over the Melbourne Rebels.
The 32 year old was a late call up to the Lions squad after fellow front row forward, Alex Corbisiero, suffered a calf injury.
The 32 year old was a late call up to the Lions squad after fellow front row forward, Alex Corbisiero, suffered a calf injury.
Court, who was born in Australia, started the game on the bench but came on and played just under half an hour.
Court was joined on the pitch by fellow Ulster player Rory Best, who also came on as a substitute.
Both players played a significant role in seeing out the hard-fought win.
Despite their contributions, both players are unlikely to feature in Saturday’s second test against Australia. One Ulster player who could feature however, is Tommy Bowe.
Lions Head Coach Warren Gatland, comfirmed that he is available for selection having recovered from the hand injury that kept him out of the first test in Brisbane.