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Courtney Lawes produced arguably his finest hour of rugby as the Lions overhauled a nine-point deficit to South Africa to win the first test of the tour.
Lawes was the top performer for Warren Gatland's men alongside man of the match Maro Itoje, who lived up to the occasion with an immense display.
But Elliot Daly and Rory Sutherland struggled, particularly in the first half, and could find themselves replaced for next weekend's second test.
Sportsmail's Chris Foy rated the players after the Lions made a flying start to the series.
Courtney Lawes ran Maro Itoje close for man of the match with some superb carrying
Rory Sutherland was under the cosh in the early scrums and could be dropped for the next test
STUART HOGG - 6.5
Not a day for counter-attacking, but a few good bursts, kicked well and solid at the back. Could keep his place.
ANTHONY WATSON - 6.5
A shame he wasn’t released in space more because he looked sharp, but one spill proved costly.
ELLIOT DALY - 5
Picked in preferred position but mis-used. Sending him straight into heavy traffic didn’t work. May be replaced.
ROBBIE HENSHAW - 7
Should have done better from break before half-time but increasingly influential. Deserves to survive any reshuffle.
Dan Biggar faces an anxious wait to see if he makes the test after some inconsistent kicking
DUHAN VAN DER MERWE - 5.5
Determined to
