Farrell's central characters are interchangeable

HUW Jones insists the British and Irish Lions' centres are fully interchangeable, despite the presence of established national combinations, as the race for Test selection reaches a critical point.

- By DUNCAN BECH

While a host of Andy Farrell's men played their way out of contention for the series against Australia in an unimpressive 21-10 victory over the New South Wales Waratahs, Jones seized his chance with both hands.

The 31-year-old ran in two tries in Sydney - the first the product of his understanding with Scotland midfield partner Sione Tuipulotu in the most eye-catching performance from a 12 or 13 so far on tour.

If the Lions are to blend their best-performing centres against the Wallabies in the first Test on July 19, then Bundee Aki and Jones will start.