The 2025 British & Irish Lions squad will be revealed in a truly extraordinary fashion on May 8. This year, the iconic rugby team will name their squad in front of a live audience of over 2,000 passionate supporters at London’s famous O2 venue.
This marks the first time in the Lions’ history that such an event will be open to the public, promising a momentous occasion filled with excitement and anticipation.
The Event at The O2
The squad announcement will take place at indigo, a 2,700-capacity venue at The O2. Lions Rugby Club members will have priority access to tickets, with a ballot system launching in the coming weeks. Fans can sign up to receive updates on how to secure their place at this once-in-a-lifetime event.
Special Guests and Broadcast Details
The squad announcement will be broadcast live on Sky Sports, allowing rugby fans across the world to experience the thrill of the occasion. Throughout the event, there will be appearances by special guests and live reactions from Premiership Rugby and United Rugby Championship stars as the names of the chosen players are revealed.
The Significance of the Event
Ben Calveley, the CEO of the British & Irish Lions, expressed his excitement for the event, emphasizing the importance of bringing fans closer to the action. “This event is designed to unite and inspire,” he said. “It will be our biggest and most special squad announcement yet.”
Looking Ahead to the Australia Tour
With the announcement approaching, the anticipation is building, and both the Lions coaching team and players have their eyes firmly set on the upcoming Test Series against the Wallabies. Andy Farrell, the head coach, and his staff will have tough decisions ahead as they select the best players for the tour.
Lions Chair Ieuan Evans MBE reflected on his personal experiences with the Lions, recalling the days when squad announcements were made via letters and telegrams, or on the Ceefax service. He expressed his excitement for this new chapter, which will undoubtedly go down in Lions history as a truly unique moment.
As fans eagerly await May 8, the energy and passion of the Sea of Red will be an integral part of the Lions’ quest to win the Test Series this summer.
