According to the latest odds, bookmakers have highlighted a compelling selection for the 2025 British & Irish Lions tour, combining established talent with rising stars.
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The back-three features powerhouse winger Duhan van der Merwe (Scotland) as a standout, with odds of 1/16, alongside Irish duo James Lowe (1/8) and Hugo Keenan (1/5), both integral to Ireland’s recent success. England’s Immanuel Feyi-Waboso (4/9) and Tommy Freeman (8/11) add youthful energy, while George Furbank (2/1) rounds off the versatile options.
In the centres, Bundee Aki (Ireland) leads the pack at 1/5, supported by England’s Ollie Lawrence (1/4) and Scotland’s dynamic Sione Tuipulotu (2/7). Veteran Robbie Henshaw (Ireland) also makes the cut at 8/11.
At fly-half, Owen Farrell (England) is heavily favored (1/10), while Marcus Smith (8/15) and Finn Russell (8/11) promise creativity.
Scrum-half selections are led by Jamison Gibson-Park (Ireland), with Alex Mitchell and Ben White battling for spots. In the pack, stalwarts like Maro Itoje (1/33) and Tadhg Furlong (1/8) headline, as rising players such as Ben Earl (1/5) and Caelan Doris (1/5) look set to play key roles. The odds reveal a blend of experience and fresh talent for the upcoming tour.
2025 BRITISH & IRISH LIONS SQUAD (36), according to the odds
BACK-THREE (6)
- Duhan van der Merwe (Scotland) – 1/16
- James Lowe (Ireland) – 1/8
- Hugo Keenan (Ireland) – 1/5
- Immanuel Feyi-Waboso (England) – 4/9
- Tommy Freeman (England) – 8/11
- George Furbank (England) – 2/1
CENTRE (4)
- Bundee Aki (Ireland) – 1/5
- Ollie Lawrence (England) – 1/4
- Sione Tuipulotu (Scotland) – 2/7
- Robbie Henshaw (Ireland) – 8/11
FLY-HALVES (3)
- Owen Farrell (England) – 1/10
- Marcus Smith (England) – 8/15
- Finn Russell (Scotland) – 8/11
