‘The jury is out’ over rugby’s jewel in the crown

As debate rages over possible contingency plans, it remains to be seen whether one of the true highlights of the sporting calendar will be able to happen at all

The fate of the 2021 Lions tour remains up in the air (Getty Images)

The British and Irish Lions tour remains firmly in doubt as the coronavirus pandemic continues to wreak havoc with sporting schedules all over the globe.

Every sport, from football to cricket, golf to tennis, have all been impacted in one way or another by the spread of Covid-19.

Rugby of course is not immune with domestic and international fixtures moved, postponed and in many cases cancelled.