England 's Dan Cole , Wales ' Samson Lee and Scotland 's WP Nel are believed to be strong candidates for selection in the Lions squad .
The Wexford native has become a front - runner for the nod .
England 's Dan Cole , Wales ' Samson Lee and Scotland 's WP Nel are believed to be strong candidates for selection in the Lions squad , but the Wexford native has become a front - runner for the nod .