Five talking points from Lions squad announcement
Summary
The British and Irish Lions rugby team announced their squad for the 2025 tour of Australia. Head coach Andy Farrell selected 38 players, with notable inclusions and exclusions, including the absence of Owen Farrell and big-name hookers Jamie George and Dewi Lake.Key Facts
- The Lions team will tour Australia in 2025 with 38 selected players.
- Head coach Andy Farrell announced the squad without Owen Farrell.
- Ronan Kelleher and Luke Cowan-Dickie were chosen over Jamie George and Dewi Lake as hookers.
- Marcus Smith is included as a versatile player for positions 10 and 15.
- Scotland's Finn Russell is in the squad, with a competition at the Test level expected with Fin Smith.
- Despite injuries, some players like Jack Willis were not included because of strong back-row options.
- Scotland has eight players in the squad, and Darcy Graham was not chosen despite strong performances.
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