LIONS

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Lions crash out of URC playoff race after defeat to Benetton

The Lions' hopes of a late-season surge were dashed on Saturday as they slumped to a 42-31 defeat against Benetton at Ellis Park, ending their playoff aspirations in the United Rugby Championship.

Lions coach Barend Pieterse

Lions eye URC play-off lifeline against Benetton

Lions assistant coach Barend Pieterse says the team remains optimistic about turning their season around as they prepare to host Benetton in a must-win United Rugby Championship clash at Ellis Park Stadium this weekend.

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Ivan van Rooyen reflects on Lions' string of losses

Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen reflected on their difficult time in Europe, where they lost three games across two competitions.

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Morne van den Berg returns to boost Lions for Challenge Cup playoff

The Lions welcome back Springbok scrumhalf Morne van den Berg for their all-important Challenge Cup Round of 16 clash against Edinburgh in Scotland on Friday night.

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Bulls preparing for knockout rugby at business end of the season

On the eve of what could be a five-week tour, the Bulls are preparing to play some of their most accurate rugby of the season.

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URC: Lions star Morne van der Berg reflects on three game losing streak

Lions scrumhald Morne van der Berg gave some insight into the camp following their third straight defeat on the road of the United Rugby Championship.

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