Rugby: Lions delay naming squad

The Lions squad to tour Australia this summer will not be revealed until after the Heineken Cup semi-finals on April 21.

Fri, 30 Mar, 2001 - 14:39

The Lions squad to tour Australia this summer will not be revealed until after the Heineken Cup semi-finals on April 21.

Lions manager Donal Lenihan today confirmed the delay - April 12 had been an initial target announcement date as final checks are made on squad candidates.

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