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Lions look forward to home comforts after limping back from tour
The Lions return from their European tour with their Challenge Cup aspirations in tatters, as coach Ivan van Rooyen reflects on the team's struggles with identity and consistency following a disappointing defeat to Edinburgh
South African franchises must prioritise Champions Cup success over URC 2025/26 season
After three seasons in the elite European Champions Cup, there has been little success for the SA sides
Van den Berg, Venter lead Lions charge: Five game-changers for Edinburgh Challenge Cup playoff
After their disappointing Glasgow defeat, the Lions need their key playmakers to step up against Edinburgh in Friday's Challenge Cup knockout. Here are the five players who must deliver if the Johannesburg side hopes to reach the quarter-finals.
Lions recall Springbok Morné van den Berg for Edinburgh Challenge Cup playoff
The Lions have recalled Springbok scrumhalf Morné van den Berg among several key changes as they look to bounce back from their URC defeat and keep their European Challenge Cup campaign alive in Edinburgh.
No, I’m not a Bulls fan, but here’s how Jake White’s team can win URC and Challenge Cup titles
If Jake White plays his cards right and makes some major selection decisions, it is entirely possible for the Pretoria outfit to be successful in both the United Rugby Championship and Challenge Cup tournaments.