Inside the Lions’ den
Ryan Lester lined up from 20 metres out, directly in front. Feeling exhausted after running hard to find space in the forward 50 to receive a flawlessly placed Rhys Mathieson pass, he took a few deep breaths before composing himself and starting his routine. A chorus of boos filled the 41,000 strong crowd, but most of the fans in attendance assumed an obvious result. As soon as the ball dropped from hand to foot, however, it was apparent that this set shot was destined to hang left, squandering a...