Brian O”Driscoll of the Lions runs with the ball during the Third Test match against Australia played at Stadium Australia in Sydney. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wilson/Allsport
As Andy Farrell’s class of 2025 prepare to begin their schedule in Dublin against Argentina, history will be weighing on their shoulders. They are walking in the footsteps of sporting giants that have been part of indelible moments.
Recency bias and more readily available video clips means the modern tours have greater representation in this list, but a run-down should stir excitement for what lies ahead over the coming weeks.