HIGHLIGHTS: Super Rugby Round 15: Stormers v Lions
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The Lions edged the Stormers 26-23 in round 15 of Super Rugby. The Stormers ran in two first half tries to one and kicked a penalty to take a 17-7 lead into the break. Ten minutes into the second half the Stormers picked up a red card, with the Lions capitalizing immediately with a try to reduce the deficit to 17-12. Soon after the Stormers picked up a yellow card to go down to 13 players and another Lions try followed to put the visitors 19-17 up. Despite a numerical disadvantage, the Stormers kicked two successful penalties in quick succession to regain the lead 23-19 heading into the final 10 minutes. However, the Lions would have the final say, with a try with 5 minutes remaining sneaking the victory.