THE LIONS

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Lions lose two Springboks but regain key forward for Dragons clash

The Lions will be without two Springboks for their crucial clash against the Dragons, but a key figure returns to bolster the side.

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Springbok mentor Morne Steyn guiding Chris Smith to URC Golden Boot

Lions flyhalf Chris Smith described how he has benefited greatly from Springbok legend Morne Steyn's tutelage on the kicking tee.

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Lions blast past Edinburgh at Ellis Park to maintain URC momentum

The Lions produced a dominant performance at Ellis Park, running in seven tries to claim a 54-17 victory over Edinburgh in Round 13 of the United Rugby Championship.

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Clinical Lions too strong for short-handed Sharks in Johannesburg

The Lions delivered a commanding performance at Ellis Park on Saturday afternoon, overcoming the Sharks 34-22 in an entertaining United Rugby Championship clash.

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Lions target reset during URC break after bruising derby defeat

Lions captain Francke Horn says processing the heavy weekend loss to the Bulls has been challenging for the squad, but insists the group is determined to regroup and respond.

Head Coach Johan Ackermann of Bulls during the Champions Cup match between Pau and Bulls at Stade du Hameau on January 16, 2026 in Pau, France.

Ackermann reflects on emotional return as Bulls boost playoff push

Bulls head coach Johan Ackermann says his side has strengthened its standing after securing back-to-back victories over Edinburgh and the Lions in the weekend’s Jukskei Derby clash.

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