Spot on. Three track gradings and waterings, including one in the interval, and all over in 90 minutes is ok by me.
Will have to see how Ans goes but, like you, I suspect he is no longer a No. 1 rider.
Looks to me if the plan is to replace Proctor. Bates then drops to reserve and gets his confidence back and, hopefully, this makes Lions stronger, especially away from home.