'The missing piece of the jigsaw': Lions to award players with ceremonial caps

A total of 419 living Lions players and next of kin of 416 deceased Lions will receive a one-off, hand-stitched cap.

Thu, 26 Apr, 2018 - 11:27

The British and Irish Lions are to award ceremonial caps for the first time.

A total of 419 living Lions players and next of kin of 416 deceased Lions will receive a one-off, hand-stitched cap that bears a unique playing number awarded only to players who have played competitively in the red shirt.

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