British and Irish Lions consider base in Jersey as contingency plan for tour

• Summer tour could be moved from South Africa to British Isles• Jersey could be used as pre-tour camp if tour goes ahead abroadThe British and Irish Lions are exploring the option of basing themselves in Jersey as part of a contingency plan if this summer’s tour of South Africa is moved to the British Isles.With the prospect of large crowds in July and August making a “home” tour more appealing, it is understood the Lions head coach, Warren Gatland, has recently visited the channel island to assess the facilities at a new multi-million pound sports complex. Related: Hosts France face New Zeal…