Wellington (often known as the Wellington Lions) are a New Zealand professional rugby union team based in Wellington, New Zealand. The union was originally established in 1879, with the National Provincial Championship established in 1976. They now play in the reformed National Provincial Championship competition. They play their home games at Sky Stadium in Wellington. The team is affiliated with the Hurricanes Super Rugby franchise. Their home playing colours are black and gold.

Current squad

The Wellington Lions squad for the 2024 Bunnings NPC is:

Honours

Wellington have been overall Champions on six occasions. Their first title was in 1978 and their most recent title was in 2024. Their full list of honours include:

National Provincial Championship First Division
  • Winners: 1978, 1981, 1986, 2000
Mitre 10 Cup Championship Division
  • Winners: 2017
Bunnings NPC
  • Winners: 2022, 2024

Current Super Rugby players

Players named in the 2023 Wellington Lions squad, who also earned contracts or were named in a squad for any side participating in the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific season.

References

External links

  • Official site
  • Wellington Lions

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