🦁 Ash returns with a full sweep of the week in Lions land — from a throwback-style State of Origin clash to a match simulation that revealed more than the scoreboard ever could. 

🦁 In this episode, he breaks down how Brisbane’s stars fared on the rep stage, what really stood out in the Carlton hit-out, and which young Lions might be pushing their way into the early-season conversation.

🦁 There’s insight on surprise role changes, standout performers, a couple of eyebrow-raising selection experiments, and one club decision that has Ash questioning whether the bold call wasn’tmade when it should’ve been. 

🦁 Add in some ticketing tales, a few subtle warnings for travelling fans, and a hint about what’s coming when the season proper kicks off — and you’ve got a full Lowdown with plenty left between the lines.

🦁 Who impressed? Who surprised? And which leadership call has Ash scratching his head?

🦁 Hit play to find out.