British & Irish Lions: First look at new trophy up for grabs in Springbok series
The winner of the three-Test series between the Springboks and British & Irish Lions will be the recipients of the first perpetual trophy in the history of the Lions.
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It took more than 150 hours to make the trophy, which was hand-crafted by Thomas Lyte – official silverware supplier to the British & Irish Lions – and stands 60cm tall and weighs 6.5kg.
The main body of the trophy was handspun from a single sheet of sterling silver, while the base is handmade from sapele hardwood.
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The trophy will be presented to the series winners and go into a trophy cabinet in either the northern or southern hemisphere, before reappearing in 2025 when the Lions continue their storied history with a series in Australia.
Lions coach Warren Gatland is scheduled to announce his 36-man squad for the tour on Thursday, 6 May (12:45 SA time).
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The world champion Springboks are set to host the Lions in a three-Test series for the first time since 2009.
Although the final itinerary still hasn’t been confirmed, the first Test – should it go ahead – will reportedly take place in Cape Town, with the second and final Tests in Johannesburg at potentially FNB Stadium to maximise spectator numbers.
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