Franco back for Lions
Franco van der Merwe has returned to the Lions' starting line-up for their match against the Rebels at Ellis Park on Friday.
Franco van der Merwe has returned to the Lions' starting line-up for their match against the Rebels at Ellis Park on Friday.
Elton Jantjies has signed for the NTT Shining Arcs and will not be available for the Golden Lions in the Currie Cup.
The Bulls' play-off hopes suffered a potentially mortal blow when they lost 32-21 to the Lions at Ellis Park on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.
Expect Jan Serfontein to play a key part in the Bulls' quest for a bonus-point win against the Lions at Ellis Park on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.
Courtnall Skosan will start on the right wing for the Lions' Super Rugby match against the Bulls at Ellis Park on Saturday.
The hosts had to work hard for their 29-19 win in Perth.
The Force moved to fourth on the combined Super Rugby log with a 29-19 bonus-point win against the Lions in Perth, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.
The Lions need Warren Whiteley to lead from the front if they are to finish their tour with a win against the Force in Perth on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.
Coach Johan Ackermann has rung the changes as his team prepare to face the Force in Perth on Saturday.
The Lions touring party was dealt another blow on Monday with news that three players will be sent home through injury.