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TG4 announces coverage of 2025 British & Irish Lions versus Argentina
Friday 20 June 19:20 on TG4
16.06.25
Landmark co-production partnership with S4C to broadcast opening match live and free-to-air.
TG4 will broadcast this year’s British & Irish Lions versus Argentina tour match, in exclusive free-to-air live coverage of the opening match British & Irish Lions Tour in a historic co-production partnership with S4C.
TG4 and S4C will join forces to bring free-to-air coverage of the Lions’ first-ever fixture in Ireland, and the first co-production between the two public service broadcasters.
The opening match of the 2025 tour will take place at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium on Friday 20 June at 20:00, as the Lions face World Cup semi-finalists Argentina.
The game will be broadcast live and free-to-air exclusively on TG4 in Ireland and S4C in the UK, kicking off the Lions tour under Head Coach Andy Farrell. Following the Dublin clash, the Lions will depart for Australia for the 9-game tour, including a 3 match test series.
Gemma Ní Chionnaith and Cuán Ó Flatharta will lead TG4’s coverage, joined by a panel of expert analysts providing in-depth insight and commentary across all TG4 platforms. Production will be provided by the Royal Television Society Award winning team behind Rugbaí Beo from IRIS Productions.
Rónán Ó Coisdealbha, Head of Sport, TG4 said:
“TG4 is delighted to be part of the upcoming British & Irish Lions fixture this June 20th. We look forward to working closely with our partners at S4C to deliver an exceptional viewing experience on television and online. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase top-level rugby and celebrate the strong connection between our nations through sport.”
Sue Butler, S4C’s Head of Sport, said:
“We’re delighted to bring live and exclusive free-to-air coverage of the opening match of the 2025 British & Irish Lions Tour to audiences in Wales and across the UK on S4C. Viewers can also enjoy extensive same-day highlights of every match during the tour, bringing all the key moments and expert analysis to fans each evening. This historic fixture marks the first time the Lions will play in Ireland, and we’re pleased to be working alongside our partners at TG4 to deliver it. It’s a great way to start what promises to be an exciting summer of rugby on S4C.”
The British & Irish Lions is a unique rugby union team comprising players from the national teams of Ireland, England, Scotland and Wales. The Lions are a test side and tours every four years, rotating between Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. This year’s tour comes on the heels of a competitive 2025 Six Nations campaign, where many players put themselves in contention for a spot in the Lions squad.
Australia will aim to continue their progress under Joe Schmidt, who will step down after the tour, as they regroup from a disappointing 2023 World Cup ahead of hosting in 2027.
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