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Last Updated: 28/02/23 1:45pm
A first British and Irish Lions women’s tour could be on the cards in the coming years
A first British and Irish Lions women’s tour is looking increasingly likely following ‘positive initial findings’ from a feasibility study into the possibility.
The Lions men’s team is a Test side made up of players from England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland which tours every four years, rotating between South Africa, New Zealand and Australia.
The men’s team last toured South Africa in 2021, losing 2-1 to the reigning world champions in the three-Test series. They will next tour Australia in 2025.
Lions chief executive Ben Calveley said on Tuesday: “It is extremely positive that a British and Irish Lions women’s tour is possible in the future.
“While there is much to be considered, we are committed to taking the findings of this feasibility study and working closely with our unions, as well as other stakeholders in the coming months.
“I would like to thank World Rugby and our four unions from England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales for their ongoing support.
“There has been a strong level of collaboration since the beginning of this …