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Lions face Benetton in a must-win match for URC playoff hopes
Missing key players, the Jozi side gears up for a pivotal United Rugby Championship clash against Benetton at Ellis Park, aiming for a crucial five points to bolster their playoff aspirations
PODCAST | Lions face crucial match as South African teams vie for favourable URC knockout spots
The United Rugby Championship returns and for the Lions it is make-or-break in Johannesburg as the Sharks, Bulls and Stormers continue to fight for the top spots.
Ruan Venter warns Lions to brace for fast-paced Benetton in Ellis Park URC clash
With playoff hopes on the line, the Lions aim for a crucial win against Benetton at Ellis Park, seeking a bonus point to boost their chances in the URC.
Ellis Park Stadium tragedy: 43 lives lost and lessons still unlearned 24 years later
24 years after the Ellis Park Stadium disaster claimed 43 lives, survivors share their raw grief while South African football continues to grapple with the same corruption and safety failures that caused the tragedy. Recent violent disruptions at Champions League matches reveal how little has been learned from one of football's darkest days.
Rookie loose forward Jarod Cairns inspired by the Lions’ Springbok contingent
Rookie loose forward Jarod Cairns is determined to wear the Springbok jersey one day, but first, he aims to shine for the Lions in the United Rugby Championship and Challenge Cup.
Edwill van der Merwe’s move to Sharks can be a Springbok springboard for the winger
It could be the key to unlocking his international potential ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup
Lions boosted by key player returns ahead of crucial overseas tour
They lost Bok scrumhalf Morne van den Berg through injury, but the timely return of outside centre Henco van Wyk and fullback Quan Horn brought good news for the side.
Rassie Erasmus sets the record straight about 'icon' Siya Kolisi and the Springboks' captaincy
Rassie Erasmus reaffirms his support for Siya Kolisi as captain of the Springboks, despite the challenges ahead as Kolisi approaches 34.
Grant Williams the key to Sharks' redemption against the Lions
With the return of key players, Sharks coach John Plumtree faces tough decisions ahead of the derby against the Lions.
Our URC SA XV: Lions and Stormers ignite URC race with victories over Sharks and Bulls
The Lions and Stormers delivered impressive victories in the United Rugby Championship, reigniting their playoff hopes and setting the stage for an exciting finish to the season.
Lions Coach Ivan van Rooyen praises team's game management in victory over Sharks
In a dominant display, the Lions secured a 38-14 win against the Sharks, with coach Ivan van Rooyen praising the team's work rate and game management
WATCH: Fierce local URC derbies expected as Kitshoff calls time on stellar career
An electrifying Saturday of rugby is on the cards in Gauteng as the Bulls take on the Stormers and the Lions face the Sharks in crucial SA clashes.
Another masterstroke by Rassie Erasmus as Felix Jones returns to Springboks with Six Nations intel
Bringing back an experienced international coach like Felix Jones will only aid the Springboks as they aim for the three-peat at the next Rugby World Cup.
Springboks set for long-awaited return to the Eastern Cape as 2025 Test venues announced
After a seven-year wait, Eastern Cape rugby fans will witness the World Champion Springboks in action as Rassie Erasmus's team returns to the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha for a crucial Test against Italy.
Empty seats cast shadow over Gauteng rugby as derbies fail to draw crowds
Can Gauteng's iconic stadiums reclaim their electric atmosphere during local derbies or will the blue seats at Loftus and red seats at Ellis Park remain empty?
Sharks face tough decision on squad selection ahead of Lions clash
The Durban outfit must decide whether to maintain the winning squad or reintegrate key Springboks for the upcoming derby in Johannesburg
Ellis Park crowd were a stunning disgrace in an otherwise brilliant year for Springboks
It’s not the first time it’s happened either, but it was still just as shameful as the Ellis Park crowd sang Ole Ole while New Zealand performed their sacred Maori war cry.
WATCH: Take note Ellis Park crowd, how the French helped deliver the best performance ever of the haka
As the haka began, viewers were treated to an incredible extreme wide shot of the stadium. A spotlight on either team could be seen, as well as the blue, white and red of the French flag on the roof.
Lions to stay true to their running identity
As the Lions gear up for their first away match in the URC, they want to balance their desire for running rugby with the need to adapt to differing conditions and injuries within the squad.
Stormers grind out hard-fought victory over Zebre in SA clean sweep in URC
It what was tightly-contested United Rugby Championship affair for over three quarters of the clash, the Stormers held their hosts scoreless while racking up the points.
Sharks score stunning URC comeback win over Dragons
The match-winning try was scored by Sharks hooker Fez Mbatha more than five minutes after the hooter as the Dragons were heading for a 30-26 victory in their United Rugby Championship clash.
Lions produce thumping first half display to smash Edinburgh in United Rugby Championship
The Lions were two short of putting 50 unanswered points past Edinburgh in as dominant a first half display that the few fans gathered in Johannesburg could wish to see.
WATCH: Springboks’ Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu gets back on the horse after successful knee surgery
Springboks playmaker Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu posted a video on Instagram this week of him getting back on the horse following a knee injury.
‘Pretty gutted’ Mziwakhe Nkosi bemoans Lions’ Currie Cup final heartbreak
The Lions had no explanation for the rolling maul that cost them the trophy in Saturday’s Currie Cup final against the Sharks at Ellis Park in Johannesburg.
Sharks hero Jordan Hendrikse dedicates Currie Cup final win to late father
Jordan Hendrikse, who made his Springboks debut against Wales earlier this year, moved down from the Lions to the Sharks earlier this year to join his brother, Jaden.