THE LIONS

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Lions hoping to take a bite out of Benneton in Challenge Cup clash

Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen has included Springbok stars Asenathi Ntlabakanye and Morne van den Berg in his side for their Challenge Cup clash against Benetton on Saturday.

JOHNNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - NOVEMBER 22: Julian Redelinghuys of the Lions during the Emirates Lions training session and mixed zone at Johannesburg Stadium in November 22, 2023 in Johannesbur

Lions’ Loftus upset fuels confidence ahead of EPCR Clash

Lions forward coach Julian Redelinghuys says the side has drawn valuable lessons from their heavy United Rugby Championship defeat to Benetton earlier this season, lessons they intend to put to use when the teams meet again in the EPCR Challenge Cup at Ellis Park on Saturday at 15:00.

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Bok star Elrigh Louw set for comeback as Bulls name team to face Lions

Springbok loose forward Elrigh Louw will make his long-awaited return from injury when the Bulls face the Lions at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.

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Ivan Van Rooyen hails Lions' resilience and effort after big win over in-form Ulster

Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen was a very happy man as he hailed his team for their hugely impressive 49-31 triumph over Ulster at Ellis Park.

Lions head coach Ivan van Rooyen

Discipline tops Lions’ to-do list after breaking winless run

Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen says discipline remains key despite his side finally breaking their winless streak in the United Rugby Championship.

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Morne van den Berg set to boost Lions on return from Springbok duty

Springbok scrumhalf Morne van den Berg could be set for a swift return for the Lions ahead of Saturda's Vodacom URC encounter against Benetton in Treviso.