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Lions coach hails Boan Venter's bulk and "hardkoppig" approach

Ivan van Rooyen has welcomed the arrival of Springbok prop Boan Venter, describing the powerful loosehead as a perfect physical fit for the team's style of play.

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Ivan Van Rooyen calls for consistency ahead of new URC season

Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen says maintaining consistency will be a challenge as his charges look to build on last season’s performances.

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Currie Cup: Griquas, Pumas reach final as Lions, Cheetahs eliminated

The Griquas and Pumas will meet in the Currie Cup final after beating the Lions and Cheetahs respectively in Currie Cup semifinal action on Sunday.

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Currie Cup: Lions maul Stormers, Sharks chomp Bulls

The Lions and Sharks XV kept their play-off hopes alive with victories over the Stormers XXIII and Bulls XV respectively in Currie Cup action on Friday evening,

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Ivan van Rooyen backing Lions to rise to the occasion against the All Blacks

Lions head coach Ivan van Rooyen admitted his side are a little undercooked for their Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour match against the All Blacks but believes the occasion will help elevate their performance.

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Two Boks boost Lions for All Blacks battle at Ellis Park

The Lions have been boosted by the return of Springboks Quan Horn and Boan Venter for their Rugby's Greatest Rivalry clash against the All Blacks at Ellis Park on Tuesday night.

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