Farrell believes 'mature' Joe McCarthy can lead Lions' challenge 

McCarthy, 24, will partner Lions captain Maro Itoje in the second row for Saturday’s first Test against the Wallabies after the head coach unveiled his starting line-up on Thursday. 
Farrell believes 'mature' Joe McCarthy can lead Lions' challenge 

British & Irish Lions lock Joe McCarthy. Pic: Billy Stickland

Andy Farrell wants the 2025 British & Irish Lions to “walk forward to the challenge” facing them in this Test series with Australia and he believes his young Ireland lock Joe McCarthy is the ideal character to show the way.

McCarthy, 24, will partner Lions captain Maro Itoje in the second row for Saturday’s first Test against the Wallabies after the head coach unveiled his starting line-up on Thursday. 

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Subscribe to access all of the Irish Examiner.

Annual €130 €80

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited