Owen Farrell was jokingly booed by British and Irish Lions team-mate Will Stuart as he was pictured on the big screens in Sydney after joining up with the tourists.

Owen Farrell's curveball call-up by the British and Irish Lions has been welcomed by his new teammates as the former England captain was praised for his high standards and leadership qualities.

British & Irish Lions players welcomed the imminent arrival of Owen Farrell on Friday as they prepared for their third tour game against the New South Wales Waratahs at Sydney Football Stadium this weekend.