British & Irish Lions

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

Andy Farrell appointed head coach of British and Irish Lions for 2025 tour of Australia

Ireland boss Andy Farrell has been appointed the head coach of the British and Irish Lions side for the 2025 tour of Australia.
11 January 2024

Andy Farrell front-runner for Lions coaching role for 2025 tour of Australia

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell is all set to take in charge of the British and Irish Lions when they tour Australia in 2025.
10 January 2024

British and Irish Lions to take on Argentina in warm-up ahead of 2025 Australia tour

The British and Irish Lions will be taking on Argentina in a warm-up game ahead of their 2025 tour of Australia.
8 December 2023

British & Irish Lions strike deal with Premiership Rugby

After years of limited preparation, the British & Irish Lions are set to have an extended lead-up time ahead of their 2025 trip to Australia.
17 November 2023

Warren Gatland backs Andy Farrell to coach British and Irish Lions for 2025 tour of Australia

Warren Gatland has backed Ireland boss Andy Farrell to head coach British and Irish Lions for the 2025 tour of Australia.
31 October 2023

Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney to host British & Irish Lions in 2025 tour of Australia

The British and Irish Lions will play a total of nine matches including a game against a combined Australia-New Zealand team during their 2025 tour of Australia.
19 July 2023

Shaunagh Brown Exclusive: 'Now I have that time to spread my wings wider and make a difference'

The former Red Rose discusses the recent feasibility study into a British and Irish Lions Women's tour, whether she is enjoying retirement, her reflections on last year's World Cup and her hopes for England and the growth of the women's game.
19 March 2023

British and Irish Lions women's tour on track after a feasibility study

The chances of the British and Irish Lions women's tour has received a huge boost with a feasibility study delivering positive initial findings.
28 February 2023

Wallabies and All Blacks could combine to take on British and Irish Lions in 2025

Rugby Australia Chairman Hamish McLennan said they are in discussion with their New Zealand counterparts for fielding a combined team during the British and Irish Lions tour of Australia in 2025.
2 November 2022

Ieuan Evans appointed new chairman of British & Irish Lions

Former Wales captain and wing Ieuan Evans has been appointed the chairman of the British and Irish Lions board.
29 July 2022

Phil Bennett Tribute: 'You think these legends are going to carry on forever and be immortal'

Former teammate of 'Benny', Clive Griffiths, speaks to Talking Rugby Union about playing with his idol at Llanelli and the influence one of the greats of the game had on his career.
14 June 2022

Billy Twelvetrees Exclusive: Gloucester’s playoff hopes in their “own hands” heading into Premiership finale

Gloucester’s centre spoke to TRU’s Joe Harvey about the Cherry and Whites' progression and hopes of a top four finish, his testimonial and his first steps into the professional game.
1 June 2022

Former Ireland and British and Irish Lions forward Sean O'Brien to retire at end of season

Former Ireland and British and Irish Lions forward Sean O'Brien has announced that he will retire from professional rugby at the end of the ongoing season.
8 April 2022

“He made you feel ten feet tall": Tom Smith was a quiet, humble legend and the ultimate team player

Smith was never the biggest player, but what he lacked in size he made up for in 'skill, footwork and bloody single-mindedness', writes TRU's Scottish correspondent Gary Heatly.
8 April 2022

Waratahs secure signing of Wales and British and Irish Lions international Jamie Roberts

Waratahs have announced the signing of Wales and British and Irish Lions international Jamie Roberts for the 2022 season of the Super Rugby Pacific.
25 January 2022

Wales and British & Irish Lions hooker Richard Hibbard announces retirement

Wales and British & Irish Lions hooker Richard Hibbard has announced his retirement from professional rugby with immediate effect.
21 January 2022

Tom Curry – England’s learning leader

With just less than a week until England take on Tonga in their opening game of the Autumn Nations Series, Tom Curry spoke about what he has learnt from his time with the British and Irish Lions and his role within this England squad.
30 October 2021

British & Irish Lions form committee to explore feasibility of women's team

The British and Irish Lions have announced the formation of a 13-member committee to explore the feasibility of a Women's team.
12 October 2021