The British & Irish Lions are already looking towards their next challenge, with New Zealand awaiting in 2029.
Andy Farrell's side secured a 2-1 series victory over Australia last summer, but attention is now turning to who could make the trip to face the All Blacks.
With three more years for young stars to emerge and established names to fall away, we predict the XV that could start the first Test in New Zealand.
Players such as Finn Russell miss out due to their age in 2029, while this is simply our prediction of how we expect the team to look.
15 Hugo Keenan
Keenan is currently 30 and will be 33 by the time the next Lions tour comes around. That should put him right in the middle of his prime, while his experience at Test and Lions level could give him the edge for the starting shirt.
Wales and England do not have many fullback options who can rival him at present.
James Pater could develop into a top-class player, but the 2029 tour may come too soon. Keenan also gets the nod ahead of Blair Kinghorn, who we expect to dip slightly by then.
Other back three: Rob Baloucoune, Louis Rees-Zammit, Tommy Freeman, Immanuel Feyi-Waboso, Mack Hansen, Jamie Osborne
14 Robert Baloucoune
If Andy Farrell is in charge, there is likely to be a strong Irish contingent, and Baloucoune could be one of the players to benefit.
The Ulster winger has developed later in his career and really impressed during the most recent Six Nations.
We expect him to continue improving over the next few years and establish himself as one of Europe's leading wingers.
There will be plenty of competition from the likes of Louis Rees-Zammit and Tommy Freeman, while younger players such as Noah Caluori could also emerge. For now, though, we are backing the Ulsterman.
Other back three: Hugo Keenan, Louis Rees-Zammit, Tommy Freeman, Immanuel Feyi-Waboso, Mack Hansen, Jamie Osborne
13 Garry Ringrose
Experience can be crucial on a Lions tour, and Ringrose will be 34 by the time the 2029 tour arrives. Having already been part of a series-winning Lions squad against Australia, he knows exactly what it takes to succeed at this level.
There also does not appear to be a huge influx of world-class outside centres coming through at present, which could work in Ringrose's favour.
Other centres: Seb Atkinson, Sione Tuipulotu, Huw Jones
12 Sione Tuipulotu
Tuipulotu remains one of the best inside centres in the game, and we expect him to still be performing at a high level at 32.
His combination of playmaking ability, running threat and rugby intelligence makes him an ideal fit for the Lions.
He is also capable of providing a strong leadership presence in the backline, even if he does not end up wearing the captain's armband.
Other centres: Seb Atkinson, Garry Ringrose, Huw Jones
11 Immanuel Feyi-Waboso
Feyi-Waboso is one of the most exciting talents in world rugby. He combines blistering pace and power with an impressive rugby IQ, regularly finding space and possessing the physical ability to exploit it.
Providing he avoids serious injury, it is difficult to imagine him not being a first-choice Lions winger by 2029. By then, he should be one of the established stars of the British and Irish game.
Other back three: Rob Baloucoune, Hugo Keenan, Louis Rees-Zammit, Tommy Freeman, Mack Hansen, Jamie Osborne
10 Fin Smith
With Finn Russell likely to have retired by 2029, the responsibility at fly-half could pass to Fin Smith.
Smith already shows composure and maturity beyond his years, and another three seasons should see him firmly established in his prime.
There are not an abundance of obvious alternatives at present, although a bolter could emerge to provide competition and cover.
Other fly-halves: Marcus Smith, Carwyn Leggatt-Jones
9 Ben White
Like Russell, Jamison Gibson-Park is unlikely to be in contention by the time the next Lions tour arrives. That opens the door for a younger scrum-half, with Ben White our pick to take over.
White was part of the last Lions tour and impressed when given his opportunity. His experience of playing in France should also bring a different dimension to the position, particularly given the different demands placed on scrum-halves in the Top 14.
Other scrum-halves: Charlie Bracken, Archie McParland
1 Ellis Genge
It is difficult to see Genge being displaced if he remains fit and continues playing at his current level.
One of the world's best looseheads, the England prop has few genuine rivals for the position.
Unless he moves to France after the World Cup and effectively ends his England career, there is little reason to expect him to have fallen from the top spot by 2029.
Other props: Andrew Porter, Tom Clarkson, Asher Opoku-Fordjour, Joe Heyes, Ollie Blyth-Lafferty
2 Dan Sheehan
Like Genge, Sheehan looks close to a nailed-on selection for this position.
He will still be at a good age in 2029, remains one of the world's best hookers and has the athleticism and all-round game needed to thrive on a Lions tour.
There is also not an obvious rival from elsewhere in the home nations who looks ready to displace him at this stage.
Other hookers: Kepu Tuipulotu, Dewi Lake
3 Joe Heyes
Heyes could face a tougher battle for his place than some of the other players on this list, but his development over recent seasons makes him a strong candidate.
He has established himself as one of the best tightheads around, and if his progress continues, he should be pushing to start for the Lions in 2029.
An excellent scrummager who also offers plenty around the park, Heyes has the complete skill set required.
Other props: Ellis Genge, Andrew Porter, Tom Clarkson, Asher Opoku-Fordjour, Ollie Blyth-Lafferty
4 Joe McCarthy
It is easy to forget that McCarthy is only 25 given how established he already looks in the Ireland side.
With Tadhg Beirne and Maro Itoje almost certainly too old to feature in 2029, McCarthy could become the leader of the next generation of British and Irish locks.
His lineout ability and work at the breakdown are already impressive, while there is still plenty of room for him to improve.
Other locks: Ollie Chessum, Dafydd Jenkins, Cormac Izuchukwu, Scott Cummings
5 Cormac Izuchukwu
Just a year older than McCarthy, Izuchukwu could form part of Ireland's second row for many years to come, making him a natural candidate for the Lions.
He is not yet as established as McCarthy, but has shown plenty of potential at Test level. His ability to also cover blindside flanker could make him particularly valuable in a Lions squad.
Other locks: Ollie Chessum, Dafydd Jenkins, Joe McCarthy, Scott Cummings
6 Ollie Chessum
This position could easily be interchangeable with Izuchukwu, given both players can operate at lock or blindside.
England look a different side when Chessum is involved, particularly at six. He brings power, an exceptional workrate and strong leadership qualities to the pack.
He could even be an England captain by 2029, and should be entering the prime years of his career by the time the Lions tour comes around.
Other back rows: Ryan Baird, Jac Morgan, Guy Pepper, Henry Pollock, Ben Earl, Caelan Doris
7 Henry Pollock
Some may question Pollock's inclusion, but it is difficult to ignore the potential of one of the most exciting young players in rugby.
In three years, it is difficult to predict just how good Pollock could be. He is already an elite athlete with outstanding pace and power, while his breakdown work is often overlooked. His desire to improve and develop is another major asset.
At just 21, and already with Lions experience, it would be difficult to leave him out of this XV.
Other back rows: Ryan Baird, Jac Morgan, Guy Pepper, Ben Earl, Caelan Doris
8 Caelan Doris
Doris missed the last Lions tour through injury, but was widely viewed as a potential captain before his absence. In 2029, he could get the chance to make up for lost time.
A world-class No.8, Doris possesses an outstanding combination of ball-carrying ability, defensive work and overall physicality.
If he can stay fit, there is little reason to think he will not still be among the very best players in his position.
Other back rows: Ryan Baird, Jac Morgan, Guy Pepper, Henry Pollock, Ben Earl
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Predicted British & Irish Lions squad for New Zealand 2029
Full-backs: Hugo Keenan (Ireland), Jamie Osborne (Ireland)
Wings: Immanuel Feyi-Waboso (England), Robert Baloucoune (Ireland), Tommy Freeman (England), Louis Rees-Zammit (Wales), Mack Hansen (Ireland)
Centres: Sione Tuipulotu (Scotland), Garry Ringrose (Ireland), Seb Atkinson (England), Huw Jones (Scotland)
Fly-halves: Fin Smith (England), Marcus Smith (England), Carwyn Leggatt-Jones (Wales)
Scrum-halves: Ben White (Scotland), Archie McParland (Scotland), Charlie Bracken (England)
Loosehead props: Ellis Genge (England), Andrew Porter (Ireland), Asher Opoku-Fordjour (England)
Hookers: Dan Sheehan (Ireland), Dewi Lake (Wales), Kepu Tuipulotu (Wales)
Tighthead props: Joe Heyes (England), Tom Clarkson (Ireland), Ollie Blyth-Lafferty (England)
Locks: Joe McCarthy (Ireland), Cormac Izuchukwu (Ireland), Dafydd Jenkins (Wales), Scott Cummings (Scotland), Ollie Chessum (England)
Back rows: Caelan Doris (Ireland), Henry Pollock (England), Jac Morgan (Wales), Guy Pepper (England), Ryan Baird (Ireland), Ben Earl (England)
