Andy Farrell Expected to Lead Irish-Dominated Lions Coaching Team for Australia Tour

Farrell is set to rely on trusted Ireland staff, with England coaches unlikely to feature in his Lions setup for the 2025 series.

Andy Farrell is expected to finalize an Ireland-heavy coaching team for the British and Irish Lions' 2025 tour of Australia, with announcements due on March 26.
Key Irish figures such as Paul O’Connell, John Fogarty, and Johnny Sexton are rumored to be in contention for coaching roles, including forwards and attack coach positions.
England head coach Steve Borthwick has indicated that none of his assistants have been approached, continuing the trend from the 2021 Lions tour.
The Lions' defense coach role remains undecided, with options including Ireland's Simon Easterby and Scotland's Steve Tandy, who held the role in 2021.
Farrell has full autonomy in his selections, with Lions leadership emphasizing a merit-based approach rather than ensuring representation from all home nations.