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James Gould

British and Irish Lions vs Japan TV channel and live stream info

Over 16,000 fans will watch the British and Irish Lions play Japan this weekend in a pre-Tour warm up match.

It is the first time supporters will have watched a Test at Murrayfield since March 2020.

Ben Calveley, Managing Director of Lions, said: “I am sure it will give the entire touring party an enormous boost to play this fixture in front of Lions fans.

“We are very grateful to the Scottish Government for its commitment and support to ensure this fixture would be seen by a live audience.”

Ulster’s Iain Henderson will start in the second row, one of six Irish players in the starting XV.

Here’s how you can watch the game:

Where and when is the game?

British and Irish Lions vs Japan is on Saturday, June 26 at BT Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh

What time is kick-off?

The game kicks off at 3pm.

What TV channel is it on?

The game is being shown live on Channel 4 with coverage starting at 2.15pm.

Can I live stream it?

Yes, the fixture will also be available to stream via All 4.

Betting odds

  • Lions – 1/10
  • Japan – 13/2
  • Draw – 50/1

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