Players from the Stormers, Bulls and Lions have been included in the United Rugby Championship Elite XV of the Season.
Lions forward Ruan Venter has confirmed he is recovering well after undergoing surgery on a serious knee injury that is expected to sideline him for up to nine months.
Lions forward Ruan Venter is eager to put a difficult period behind him and compete for a place in the Springbok squad later this year.
The Lions welcome back Ruan Venter for their United Rugby Championship clash against the Sharks at Ellis Park on Saturday.
Lions assistant coach Ricardo Loubscher revealed Ruan Venter's ability to pack down as a lock is factoring into their plans for their clash against the Sharks in the United Rugby Championship on Saturday.
The Lions have secured the future services of three Springboks in Morne van den Berg, Ruan Venter and Quan Horn.