Overview

• David Nucifora, a former Wallaby and performance director, will join Andy Farrell's British & Irish Lions coaching staff for the 2025 tour of Australia.
• Nucifora, known for transforming Irish rugby during a decade-long tenure, is currently the performance director for Scottish Rugby Union.
• His role with the Lions will focus on managing performance staff, leveraging his extensive experience and knowledge of Australian rugby systems.
• Aled Walters, Ireland's head of athletic performance and a key figure in South Africa's 2019 World Cup win, is also set to join Farrell's team.
• Further coaching appointments for the Lions tour are expected to be confirmed after the Six Nations tournament concludes.