The Lions Tour Has Kicked Off Here’s What You Need to Know

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The British & Irish Lions kicked off their 2025 tour with a high-stakes opener on June 20 in Dublin. A narrow 24-28 loss to Argentina at the Aviva Stadium was not ideal for the Lions, making it their first opener loss since 1971. Still, the saga is far from over. In just a few days the Lions charge into Perth to take on the Western Force, and there’s no better place to take it all in than at Belushi’s. Big screens, an electric crowd, and cold beers. This is where your tour begins.

The Tour Has Begun, But the Best is Yet to Come

The opener delivered a punch. Over 50,000 fans packed the Aviva to witness a gritty, breathless start to the tour, Argentina just edging it. It was the Lions’ first match ever on Irish soil and every minute screamed intensity. But the real test starts now. Australia is calling, and the Lions land in Perth on June 28. Mark your calendars: the game will kick off at 6pm AEST, 11am BST.

Next Up: Lions vs Western Force, June 28 in Perth

Dan Sheehan wears the captain’s armband for the first time outside of Ireland, and Perth’s Optus Stadium becomes the proving ground. This isn’t a warm-up. Expect pace, power, points, and a Western Force team ready to scrap. This isn’t just a match, it’s the Lions’ chance to lay down a marker and set the pace for the rest of the tour. Watch it all unfold live at Belushi’s, where the atmosphere is unmatched.

Five Moments That Already Have Fans Talking

You don’t need a time machine. Just Belushi’s, a screen, and a pint. The Lions tour has already given us moments, and with many soon to come, we won’t stop talking about them:

Bundee Aki’s Wrecking-Ball Runs
Crashed through Argentina’s defence like a one-man demolition crew, setting the tone early in Dublin.

Tadhg Beirne’s Breakaway Burst
Had fans on their feet. One stride away from flipping the game on its head.

Dan Sheehan’s First Outing as Captain
Calm, commanding, and already looking like the heartbeat of this squad.

Finn Russell Back in Chaos Mode
Chips, no-look passes. He’s painting outside the lines again, and we’re here for it.

Adelaide Showdown Incoming
A historic fixture against the First Nations XV is set to deliver passion, culture, and serious flair on July 12.

Make It Count, Book Your Spot

The tour’s heating up and spots are filling up fast. If you want to make your match day count, reserve your Lions seats at Belushi’s today!

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