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Speed: The Lions’ Kwagga Smith plays a fast
LIONS

Leaner, hungry Lions eye history

The last time they dominated Super Rugby was 20 years ago, but this team is a very different beast

  • Andy Capostagno
5 min read
People in places such as China believe that tiger bones have medicinal and spiritual properties.
THE LIONS

SA’s lion trade endangers big cats abroad, says environment agency

South Africa’s sanctioned, annual export of 800 lion skeletons directly exacerbates the plight of wild tigers.

  • Peter Rothpletz
4 min read
Lionel Mapoe of Lions is tackled by JP Pietersen of Sharks during the Super Rugby match between Emirates Lions and Cell C Sharks at Emirates Airline Park. ( Gallo Images/Getty Images)
FAF DE KLERK

Data reveals secret to log-topping Lions’success: Carrying the ball, not kicking it

The key to the Jo’burg franchise’s supremacy this season lies in keeping the ball and using it wisely.

  • Andy Capostagno
5 min read
Buoyant Bulls launch Super hat-trick bid
SOUTH AFRICA

Buoyant Bulls launch Super hat-trick bid

Three-time champions the Bulls launch their title defence against the Lions in this weekend’s kick-off to the revamped Super 15 season.

  • Staff Reporter
3 min read
DOMESTIC CRICKET

Lions may upset the formbook

The Titans might start the domestic cricket season as favourites, but the Highveld Lions might just have the combination to upset the form book.

  • Staff Reporter
6 min read