British and Irish Lions announce 2025 Australia tour squad plans

The British and Irish Lions are set to announce their touring squad for the 2025 series in Australia on May 8, with head coach Andy Farrell considering key players such as Caelan Doris and Maro Itoje for captaincy. The announcement follows the conclusion of the Six Nations, where England had a strong showing, finishing second and garnering optimism under coach Steve Borthwick. Farrell will have additional insights from ongoing European club competitions as he finalizes his squad, which is expected to include a mix of established stars and emerging talents from Scotland, Wales, and Ireland. The Lions aim to secure their first series win in Australia since 2013, having faced mixed results in previous tours. In preparation, they will play a match in Dublin against Argentina before heading to Australia in late June. The strategic direction for the Lions is influenced by the performances of players during the Six Nations, as well as injuries affecting key team members.