British & Irish Lions

Lack of Lions experience won’t faze Andy Farrell’s squad as ‘talent in the room’ makes for exciting tour

For 26 of Farrell’s 38-man squad, heading to Australia will be their first experience of the Lions but the freshness and options should create a buzz down under.
9 May 2025

Pollock in, Itoje confirmed as captain and no Prendergast - Andy Farrell names his British and Irish Lions squad

Northampton's Henry Pollock is the most eye-catching inclusion as Andy Farrell names his British and Irish Lions squad.
8 May 2025

Maro Itoje poised to lead Lions in 2025 Australia tour

England lock Maro Itoje is widely expected to be confirmed as the captain of the British & Irish Lions for the highly anticipated 2025 tour of Australia.
7 May 2025

Caelan Doris undergoes surgery, Lions captaincy in doubt

Caelan Doris to undergo shoulder surgery, putting his British & Irish Lions captaincy chances at risk.
5 May 2025

Owen Farrell's Lions hopes in doubt after head injury vs Lyon

Owen Farrell’s Lions selection at risk after suffering a head injury in Racing 92’s Challenge Cup semi-final.
5 May 2025

Historic referee appointments for Lions 2025 Test series

Referees from Italy and Georgia set to make Lions Test match debuts in historic 2025 series.
1 May 2025

Van der Merwe targets May return for Lions selection

Duhan van der Merwe eyes May return from injury to stay in contention for Lions squad to tour Australia.
2 April 2025

Andy Farrell: Lions roles will benefit Ireland's progress

Andy Farrell says Lions coaching will aid Ireland as Paul O’Connell leads summer tour in his absence.
27 March 2025

Paul O'Connell named interim Ireland head coach for summer tour

Paul O’Connell to lead Ireland as interim head coach for 2025 summer tour during Farrell’s Lions duty.
26 March 2025

England's Richard Wigglesworth named in Andy Farrell’s British & Irish Lions coaching team

Farrell clearly impressed by England's conclusion to the Six Nations and has chosen Wigglesworth in his backroom staff for the British and Irish Lions tour of Australia + an initial longlist of 75 players has been drawn up.
26 March 2025

Borthwick aims for strong England presence on Lions tour

Steve Borthwick hopes for a strong representation of England players in the upcoming British & Irish Lions tour to Australia.
17 March 2025

British & Irish Lions squad announcement set for May 8

The 2025 British & Irish Lions squad will be announced on May 8 by head coach Andy Farrell in a live event in London.
10 March 2025

Carol Isherwood named first chair of Lions Women's Committee

Carol Isherwood OBE appointed as the first chair of the Lions Women’s Committee, overseeing the 2027 Lions Women’s Tour to New Zealand.
6 March 2025

Sam Prendergast could become clear frontrunner for Lions starting berth if Ireland can see off France

The in-form Ireland No.10 has put himself ahead of the two pre-Six Nations favourites for the Lions fly-half shirt.
4 March 2025

Andy Farrell names Lions backroom team for Australia tour

Andy Farrell appoints David Nucifora, Aled Walters, and Vinny Hammond to his backroom team for the Lions’ tour to Australia.
28 January 2025

Joe Schmidt optimistic about Wallabies ahead of Lions Tour

Joe Schmidt expresses optimism about Wallabies’ prospects ahead of the British & Irish Lions tour despite challenges.
3 December 2024

British & Irish Lions unveil iconic new jersey for 2025 Tour

The British & Irish Lions, in partnership with Canterbury of New Zealand, have unveiled their highly anticipated jersey for the 2025 Tour.
6 November 2024

Ireland and British and Irish Lions great Tony O'Reilly passes away aged 88

Ireland and Lions Rugby great Tony O'Reilly has passed away at the age of 88.
20 May 2024

British and Irish Lions Women's team to tour New Zealand in 2027

The British and Irish Lions have announced that the women's team will be touring New Zealand in 2027 for their inaugural tour.
16 January 2024

Andy Farrell confident of striking balance between Ireland and Lions roles

Andy Farrell expressed complete confidence that his Irish team will not face setbacks during his sabbatical to coach the British and Irish Lions in 2025.
12 January 2024