12 from Leinster, two from Wales - the Lions squad in numbers
Summary
The British and Irish Lions rugby team has announced its squad for the upcoming tour to Australia. Only two players from Wales are included, which is the lowest number in modern times, while Ireland contributes the most with 15 players.Key Facts
- Only two Welsh players, Jac Morgan and Tomos Williams, are in the Lions squad.
- This is the lowest number of Welsh players in a Lions squad in the modern era.
- Scotland increased its representation from two players in 2017 to eight players for the 2025 squad.
- Ireland has the most players in the squad with 15 selections, coached by Andy Farrell.
- The squad includes 38 players, featuring 26 first-time tourists.
- Leinster rugby club contributes 12 players to the squad.
- Blair Kinghorn, playing for French club Toulouse, is the only player from outside Britain and Ireland.
- Clubs profit from a new sharing agreement, with Leinster earning over £1 million from player participation.
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