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Rising Lions star Siba Mahashe produced a Player of the Match performance against the All Blacks at Ellis Park as he targets a spot in the Springbok setup. | Backpagepix
SIBA MAHASHE
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EXCLUSIVE | Siba Mahashe: The unstoppable Lions loose-forward chasing Springbok glory

From East London to tearing up Ellis Park against the All Blacks, rising Lions star Siba Mahashe opens up about his meteoric rise, team ethos, and big Springbok ambitions.

  • Morgan Bolton
8 min read
The Bulls made it to the final of the URC last season, only to be soundly beaten by Leinster. | Backpagepix
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South Africa target play-off clean sweep as 2026/27 URC season kicks off

A complete guide to the 2026/27 United Rugby Championship season for South Africa's four franchises: the Bulls, Lions, Sharks, and Stormers.

  • Morgan Bolton
11 min read
Ivan van Rooyen has backed Haashim Pead to make a major impact for the Lions in the upcoming URC season. | Backpagepix
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Ivan van Rooyen backs Haashim Pead for key Lions role amid Stormers transfer drama

Lions head coach Ivan van Rooyen insists scrumhalf Haashim Pead remains a central figure in their plans despite transfer interest from the Stormers.

  • Morgan Bolton
4 min read
The Lions produced a breathtaking, five-try display against the All Blacks at Ellis Park, reminding rugby fans of the sheer joy and entertainment of the tour matches despite their narrow defeat. | Backpagepix
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The best of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry: Lions’ fearless stand against All Blacks reminded us what rugby is about

While the Springboks claimed a 3-1 series victory over the All Blacks, it was the Lions' thrilling mid-tour performance that truly captured the heart and spirit of the rivalry.

  • Morgan Bolton
4 min read