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Lions host Leinster and Sharks face Ospreys as 2026-27 URC fixtures are confirmed

The Lions will host Leinster and the Sharks welcome Ospreys on the opening weekend of the 2026-27 United Rugby Championship, with the Stormers and Bulls set to start away from home.

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Sibabalwe Mahashe cleared of all wrongdoing after URC find video evidence inconclusive

Lions loose forward Sibabalwe Mahashe will not be sanctioned by the United Rugby Championship for foul play or unsportsmanlike conduct.

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Lions dealing with growing injury list ahead of historic URC playoff clash

The Lions are dealing with a growing injury list and some added logistical complications as they prepare for their first-ever United Rugby Championship playoff match.

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Lions unfazed about returning to Leinster for URC knockout

Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen is adamant he and his charges are relishing the chance to topple Leinster at home at their United Rugby Championship clash on 30 May.

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Grittty Munster edge Lions to secure URC playoff spot

The Lions battled to a 24-17 loss at the hands of Munster in the final match of the United Rugby Championship's league phase at Thomond Park on Saturday.

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Lions refuse to be distracted by URC Play-Off scenarios

Lions forwards coach Wessel Roux says the team is refusing to get caught up in the complicated Vodacom United Rugby Championship play-off calculations ahead of their final league fixture against Munster in Limerick on Saturday.

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