Henry Pollock Aims for Historic 3-0 Series Victory with Lions

In a bold declaration, Henry Pollock, the rising star of the British and Irish Lions, has expressed his ambition for the 2025 Lions to be heralded as the greatest team in its storied history, aiming for a rare 3-0 Test series whitewash against Australia. The Lions, fresh off a decisive 48-0 victory over an Australia-New Zealand Invitational XV in Adelaide, are ramping up their preparations for the three-match Test series against the Wallabies, which commences on Saturday in Brisbane.

The 20-year-old England back row player, who recently recorded his first try for the Lions, referenced the team's strong momentum, stating, "We want to come here and be the best Lions team ever. We have been talking about that loads and 3-0 is definitely on the table, hopefully." Pollock’s enthusiasm is supported by the Lions' recent track record, having secured five consecutive wins in Australia, a feat that raises the stakes for their upcoming matches.

Historically, the Lions last achieved a 3-0 series victory against Australia in 1904, with their recent series outcomes leaning towards narrow margins—two wins in 1989 and 2013, contrasted by a Wallabies victory in 2001. This context adds weight to Pollock’s aspirations, as the team seeks to etch their name into the annals of rugby history.

Pollock, who made his England debut in March 2025, is currently vying for a spot in head coach Andy Farrell’s 23-man Test squad. His versatility in the back row positions him as a valuable asset, especially as competition intensifies with established players like Josh van der Flier, Jac Morgan, and Tom Curry also vying for selection. "I am happy to play wherever in the back row, whether that is at six, seven, or eight. I will adjust and try my best," Pollock noted, highlighting his commitment to the team's success.

The Lions’ 1974 team is widely regarded as the greatest in the franchise's history, having completed an unbeaten tour of South Africa. This historical benchmark adds a layer of pressure as Pollock and his teammates aim to not only replicate past successes but to redefine them. The upcoming series against Australia poses a significant challenge, as Danny Care, a former England scrum-half, suggests, "This series is a lot tougher than the Lions have seen so far. I don’t think the Lions have even scratched the surface of how good this Australian team could be."

Pollock's performance thus far has garnered attention, with Care stating, "He’s great for the coverage and for the fans. Everyone loves him. If you weren’t an England or Henry Pollock fan before, I think you are now. You can see just how much he loves being out there with the boys." This sentiment reflects the growing excitement around Pollock, whose youthful energy and talent may prove pivotal as the Lions embark on this historic quest.

As the Lions prepare for the first Test, the stakes are high. The combination of Pollock's ambition and the team's historic context raises the question: can the Lions achieve what has not been done in over a century? With the series set to commence shortly, rugby fans worldwide eagerly await the outcome of this pivotal clash.