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John Mitchell back at the Lions
Suspended coach John Mitchell will return to the Lions rugby franchise next week, the union said on Friday.
Lions coach John Mitchell suspended
The Golden Lions Rugby Union has suspended coach John Mitchell with immediate effect after players lodged a "list of grievances" with the union.
Lions coach bemoans team’s defensive performance
Lions coach John Mitchell bemoaned his side’s defence in their 34-20 loss against the Brumbies in a Super Rugby match.
Lions pin hopes on Bulls battle
With the noose of finishing last in Super Rugby tightening around their necks, the Lions will throw down the gauntlet against the Bulls on Saturday.
Jantjies back in action for the Golden Lions
Lions flyhalf Elton Jantjies has been included in the upcoming warm-up match against the Super Kings after missing a game due to injury.
Schalk Burger named SA rugby player of the year
Schalk Burger has become only the fifth player to win the South African Rugby Union’s rugby player of the year award more than once.
Sharks have Springboks — the Lions don’t care
The title-holding Sharks and the Lions will contest Saturday’s Currie Cup final with a fascinating contrast in approaches.
Bok absence may scupper Sharks
The Lions have beefed up their bench ahead of Saturday’s top-of-the-table clash against the Sharks, who lack their usual all-Springbok front row.
NZ coached sides unbeaten
It may be coincidence but the two sides yet to lose a match after three rounds of Absa Currie Cup rugby are coached by New Zealand descendants.
Coach disappointed with Lions’ performance
Lions mentor John Mitchell was not impressed with his team’s performance after narrowly beating the Pumas 31-27 in Johannesburg on Friday.
Lions deny talks with Steyn
Lions coach John Mitchell has denied any talks between the union and Saru to include Frans Steyn into their squad ahead of the Rugby World Cup.
Mitchell to stay on in SA after knife attack
John Mitchell will remain in SA as the Lions coach despite being stabbed twice in a break-in at his apartment, the former New Zealand coach said.
John Mitchell back at work after being stabbed
Golden Lions coach John Mitchell, who was stabbed during a robbery on the weekend, returned to work on Monday after treatment for minor injuries.
Former All Blacks coach stabbed in Johannesburg
Former All Blacks coach John Mitchell was stabbed by intruders who broke into his flat in Johannesburg, his club the Golden Lions said on Monday.
John Mitchell extends stay at the Lions
The Western Force have released coach John Mitchell from the final year of his contract and he will join the Lions on a three-year contract.