UNITED RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP

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Ivan van Rooyen warns Lions of different Bulls challenge at Loftus

Ivan van Rooyen expects the Bulls to pose a markedly different threat from the side the Lions beat at Loftus Versfeld last season, with the Pretoria outfit showing greater attacking intent under Johan Ackermann.

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Bulls captain Hanro Liebenberg urges discipline against Lions

The Bulls have called for greater discipline and sharper execution as they prepare to host the Lions at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday, with captain Hanro Liebenberg warning that ill-discipline could prove costly against their Gauteng rivals.

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JP Pietersen urges Sharks to show 'DNA' against Stormers, highlights key battles

Sharks coach JP Pietersen believes Saturday's United Rugby Championship derby against the Stormers will provide a valuable test of his team's identity, with the aerial battle and forward exchanges expected to play crucial roles at DHL Stadium.

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Bulls load up on Bok firepower for Lions clash at Loftus

Bulls coach Johan Ackermann has made sweeping changes to his side for Saturday's United Rugby Championship derby against the Lions at Loftus Versfeld, with 10 Springboks included in the match-day 23.

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Sharks bolster starting XV with three key Springboks for Stormers clash

The Hollywoodbets Sharks will make their first away trip of the United Rugby Championship season when they face the DHL Stormers at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.

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Lions name side for Jukskei derby against Bulls as Springbok duo return

The 10bet Lions have named their team for Saturday's short trip across the Jukskei to face the Bulls in Round 3 of the United Rugby Championship at Loftus Versfeld.

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