LIONS
URC: Lions snap losing streak to beat Connacht and keep slim hopes alive
The Lions snapped a five-match winless streak after beating Connacht 26-7 in their United Rugby Championship clash at Ellis Park on Saturday.
URC: Jaco Visagie to lead Lions out to face Connacht
Saturday's Round 16 of the United Rugby Championship clash sees the Lions up against Irish outfit Connacht at Emirates Airline Park.
Lions captain Francke Horn ruled out for remainder of URC season with injury
Lions captain Francke Horn will miss the rest of the United Rugby Championship season due to injury, in a blow not only to his club's campaign but also to his hopes of earning a Springbok call-up.
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 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.
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.
