The Lions must stop Will Genia and Quade Cooper by beating the Wallabies upfront, says Michael Lynagh
Friday 10 May 2013 14:17, UK
Image:Cooper: will we see him in the Wallaby No.10 jersey?
Michael Lynagh believes the form of Will Genia and Quade Cooper will influence how the Lions approach their Test series against Australia.
Over for Beale?
One of Coopers competitors for that No.10 jersey is Kurtley Beale - but his future with the Wallabies remains in doubt after another suspension.
Beale has been suspended for allegedly drinking after the Rebels game against the Chiefs, breaking the strict behavioural conditions that were implemented after he returned from a six week ban for fighting with his Rebels team mates Gareth Delve and Cooper Vuna.
"It is very disappointing to hear he has been suspended again for going against the protocol that he set up for himself, the Rebels and the ARU," added Lynagh.
"I don't know what will happen and I am disappointed that he has lapsed back into it. I am also disappointed by the Rebel management and players - they know he has a problem so shelter him and keep him away from any temptations. I don't think that has happened. I think there needs to be more controls put around him.
"As an individual we want him being a great rugby player but also a person who is in control of his life."
