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.
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.
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.
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.
The Lions will take on Irish giants Munster in Round 18 of the United Rugby Championship without two key players this Saturday night.
Springbok and Lions prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye has copped an 18-month ban after testing positive for illegal substances last year.