Lions Ready to Roar: 2025 Tour Kicks Off with Dublin Clash Against Argentina
The stage is set, the jerseys are ironed, and the anticipation is at fever pitch — the 2025 British and Irish Lions tour is finally underway. And it all begins not in the southern hemisphere, but with a historic showdown in Dublin against Argentina this Friday night. That’s right, for the first time ever, the Lions will play a fixture in Ireland as they host the Pumas at Aviva Stadium before jetting off to Australia for a packed nine-match tour. It’s the kind of curtain-raiser that carries weight — a symbolic send-off and a serious test.
Andy Farrell’s men are wasting no time. With Maro Itoje captaining the squad for the first time and a deep roster full of talent from across the Home Nations, the Lions are looking to build early momentum. But they’ll have to get through a tough Argentine side first — one that has beaten France, pushed Ireland, and finished third in the most recent Rugby Championship. Not to mention, this match comes with silverware up for grabs: the 1888 Cup, which the Lions last won in 2021.
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Once this clash is in the books, it’s off to Australia for six warm-up games and a much-anticipated three-Test series against the Wallabies. The tour itinerary is intense, featuring stops in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, and more, taking on the likes of the Western Force, Queensland Reds, Waratahs, Brumbies, and even special invitational sides including an AU & NZ combined XV and a First Nations & Pasifika squad. And of course, the main event: three hard-hitting Tests against Australia, starting July 19.
Fans won’t miss a second either. Sky Sports has exclusive rights to broadcast every match, including tonight’s opening battle with Los Pumas. Coverage starts at 7pm BST on Sky Sports Action, with kick-off at 8pm. Don’t have Sky? No problem. You can stream all the action through NOW with a flexible Day or Month membership. Whether you’re watching from the couch, commuting with your phone, or catching highlights on the app, there are more ways than ever to follow the Lions live.
And this year, the broadcast team is as star-studded as the squad itself. Expect commentary from Lions legend Dan Biggar and the unmistakable Miles Harrison, while rugby royalty like Warren Gatland, Sam Warburton, Ronan O’Gara, and Will Greenwood offer top-tier analysis from the studio and pitchside. It’s rugby with insight, passion, and plenty of fire.
The Lions haven’t won a series since 2013, and they’re hungry. With a fresh coaching team, dynamic talent, and a schedule that offers both challenges and opportunities, this summer could be something special. And it all begins tonight.
So, whether you’re in Dublin, Down Under, or just down the street, tune in and soak it up. This is more than just a tour. It’s a rugby odyssey — and the Lions are ready to roar.
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