Richard Wigglesworth Joins British & Irish Lions Coaching Team

The England assistant coach's appointment follows his team's strong Six Nations finish and marks a key addition to Andy Farrell's largely Irish-dominated panel.

Richard Wigglesworth, England's senior assistant coach, has been added to Andy Farrell's British & Irish Lions coaching staff for the upcoming tour of Australia.
Wigglesworth's inclusion comes after England's record victory over Wales in the Six Nations, which secured their highest finish in the tournament since 2020.
The Lions coaching team is expected to feature a strong Irish influence, with Simon Easterby, John Fogarty, and Andrew Goodman among the frontrunners for roles.
Andy Farrell has already appointed Ireland's Aled Walters and David Nucifora to key positions within the coaching setup.
The full Lions coaching team will be officially announced by Farrell on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, as preparations for the summer tour intensify.