2029 Lions Fixtures Revealed – Andy Farrell set to take charge again
Rugby NewsWednesday, 10 December 2025 at 10:55
The Lions are set to break new ground in 2029 — with a potential stop in the United States on the cards as part of their tour to New Zealand.
In a major move to help grow the game stateside ahead of the 2031 Rugby World Cup, the Lions are reportedly planning an exhibition clash in the U.S. — likely against the USA Eagles or an invitation XV in Las Vegas.
Who will lead the Lions?
Looking ahead, sources close to the Lions camp say Farrell is penciled in to lead the 2029 tour to New Zealand — potentially a historic second appointment.
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?️ TWICKENHAM GETS THE NOD
Before crossing the Atlantic, the tour will kick off with a home fixture — and all signs point to Twickenham.
Why? It’s only fair.
The last three Lions home games have been shared evenly around the Home Nations:
- ?️
Aviva Stadium, Dublin (2025)
- ?️ Murrayfield, Edinburgh (2021)
- ?️ Principality Stadium, Cardiff (2005)
That leaves the Home of Rugby next in line — with Argentina or Fiji tipped as likely opponents under the lights in London.
? THE ROAD TO NEW ZEALAND
Once the US match is done, the Lions will head down under for a brutal warm-up schedule, facing off against all five Super Rugby franchises:
- Blues
- Chiefs
- Crusaders
- Highlanders
- Hurricanes
They'll also go toe-to-toe with the Māori All Blacks in one of the most passionate matchups of the tour.
Following the first Test against the All Blacks, a midweek clash with the New Zealand Barbarians is also on the cards — perfect for rotating the squad and keeping the intensity sky-high before the final two Tests.
? LIKELY 2029 LIONS FIXTURES
| Date (TBC) | Fixture | Location |
|---|---|---|
| TBC | vs Argentina or Fiji | Twickenham, London |
| TBC | vs USA Eagles / Invitational XV | United States |
| TBC | vs Blues | New Zealand |
| TBC | vs Chiefs | New Zealand |
| TBC | vs Crusaders | New Zealand |
| TBC | vs Highlanders | New Zealand |
| TBC | vs Hurricanes | New Zealand |
| TBC | vs Māori All Blacks | New Zealand |
| TBC | 1st Test vs New Zealand | New Zealand |
| TBC | vs New Zealand Barbarians | New Zealand |
| TBC | 2nd Test vs New Zealand | New Zealand |
| TBC | 3rd Test vs New Zealand | New Zealand |
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2027 Rugby World Cup draw confirmed:
Each of the six pools featured a team from Bands 1, 2, 3 and 4.
The confirmed Bands based on rankings were:
Band 1: South Africa, New Zealand, England, Ireland, France, Argentina
Band 2: Australia, Fiji, Scotland, Italy, Wales, Japan
Band 3: Georgia, Uruguay, Spain, USA, Chile, Tonga
Band 4: Samoa, Portugal, Romania, Hong Kong China, Zimbabwe, Canada
Band 2: Australia, Fiji, Scotland, Italy, Wales, Japan
Band 3: Georgia, Uruguay, Spain, USA, Chile, Tonga
Band 4: Samoa, Portugal, Romania, Hong Kong China, Zimbabwe, Canada
2027 Rugby World Cup draw:
Pool A
New Zealand – Perennial contenders with flair, power and unmatched rugby IQ.
Australia – Unpredictable but dangerous, capable of brilliance on their day.
Chile – Fast-improving newcomers bringing passion and fearless physicality.
Hong Kong China – Skillful, energetic, and eager to prove themselves on the global stage.
Australia – Unpredictable but dangerous, capable of brilliance on their day.
Chile – Fast-improving newcomers bringing passion and fearless physicality.
Hong Kong China – Skillful, energetic, and eager to prove themselves on the global stage.
Pool B
South Africa – Brutal, relentless, and brutally efficient—never count them out.
Italy – Developing rapidly, mixing strong set-piece work with expanding ambition.
Georgia – Scrum specialists with raw forward strength and growing all-round polish.
Romania – Proud and powerful, known for toughness and unwavering fight.
Italy – Developing rapidly, mixing strong set-piece work with expanding ambition.
Georgia – Scrum specialists with raw forward strength and growing all-round polish.
Romania – Proud and powerful, known for toughness and unwavering fight.
Pool C
Argentina – Dynamic, crafty, and fiercely competitive with a never-say-die spirit.
Fiji – Magical offloads, searing pace, and unique unpredictability.
Spain – Determined climbers building consistency and confidence every year.
Canada – Physical and committed, working to regain their traditional sharpness.
Fiji – Magical offloads, searing pace, and unique unpredictability.
Spain – Determined climbers building consistency and confidence every year.
Canada – Physical and committed, working to regain their traditional sharpness.
Pool D
Ireland – Well-drilled, intelligent, and ruthlessly efficient across the park.
Scotland – Creative attackers with growing confidence and slick backline play.
Uruguay – Tenacious, organized, and fearless against bigger rugby nations.
Portugal – Exciting, fast-paced, and thriving with a young, fearless core.
Scotland – Creative attackers with growing confidence and slick backline play.
Uruguay – Tenacious, organized, and fearless against bigger rugby nations.
Portugal – Exciting, fast-paced, and thriving with a young, fearless core.
Pool E
France – Electric, unpredictable, and capable of brilliance from anywhere.
Japan – High-tempo, disciplined, and tactically sharp—they never stop moving.
USA – Athletic and physical, with a growing pool of exciting talent.
Samoa – Bone-shaking tackles, powerful runners, and trademark island flair.
Japan – High-tempo, disciplined, and tactically sharp—they never stop moving.
USA – Athletic and physical, with a growing pool of exciting talent.
Samoa – Bone-shaking tackles, powerful runners, and trademark island flair.
Pool F
England – Structured, strategic, and capable of grinding down any opponent.
Wales – Proud, passionate, and dangerous when the momentum swings their way.
Tonga – Heavy hitters with explosive power and fearless intensity.
Zimbabwe – Energetic and ambitious, bringing speed and spirit to every contest.
Wales – Proud, passionate, and dangerous when the momentum swings their way.
Tonga – Heavy hitters with explosive power and fearless intensity.
Zimbabwe – Energetic and ambitious, bringing speed and spirit to every contest.
Quiz: Name these 10 retro rugby players
From jaw-dropping tries to unforgettable moments (and yes, some questionable haircuts), these players defined a golden era of the game. If their names don’t instantly come to mind, we suggest a quick trip to YouTube to jog your memory. Trust us, it’s worth it.
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