Rugby stars from Wales stand on the brink of an emotional experience as they prepare to learn who will make the Lions squad for Australia's summer tour, which will be announced on Thursday.
The annual ceremony will unfold differently this year, as judges will reveal the names at the O2 in London in front of a live audience of supporters.
British and Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell said in a press statement, "This will be a major announcement that we want to share with everyone in rugby." He also expressed in a press conference that their enthusiasm keeps intensifying for summer activities.
Wales' Jac Morgan joins other professional players wearing Lions kit uniforms while in South Africa for the United Rugby Championship to prepare for the squad announcement.
Jac Morgan expressed his delight about wearing the Lions jersey despite the upcoming squad announcement, and he repeatedly voiced his hopeful expectations for the selection.
The Wales Rugby Union announced via social media that "the excitement will increase for players as they wait for the squad announcement, no matter where they are at the time."
When Ieuan Evans announces the squad members, the players residing in South Africa might be on buses or staying at hotels while media teams record their responses.
The upcoming Lions squad announcement has the rugby world eagerly watching the live stream, which reaches every corner of the globe. Thursday's broadcast will get complete media attention despite ongoing difficulties from the media team in getting international players to take part.
Future news regarding the confirmed team members of the Lions will be available soon.
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