5 Key moments from Benetton v Lions
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyBenetton took on the Lions in round 3 of the URC, Benetton’s winger Louis Lynagh proved to be too much for the Lions defence scoring 4 tries and helping his side win convincingly. The final score...
Cheetahs Soar to the Top as Boland and Griquas Stun Rivals in Currie Cup Thriller
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyIt was another weekend of enthralling Currie Cup Premier Division action which delivered crucial wins for the Cheetahs, Boland Kavaliers and Griquas, while there was also a first victory of the season...
Lions Crush Sharks in Currie Cup Season Opener
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Golden Lions made a powerful start to their 2025 Currie Cup campaign with a commanding 46–5 victory over the defending champion Sharks at Emirates Airline Park on Saturday. In a match that showcased...
Davids debuts as lions welcome defending champs
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyIn what will be a repeat of last year’s nail-biting Carling Currie Cup final at Ellis Park, the Fidelity ADT Lions host current holders the Holywoodbets Sharks in Johannesburg on Saturday....
Van Wyk returns for the Lions ahead of Connacht Meeting
7 months ago by Ultimate RugbySaturday’s Round 16 United Rugby Championship clash sees the Johannesburg side lock horns with Irish outfit Connacht at Emirates Airline. Kick-off is at 16:00. Head coach Ivan van Rooyen has taken...
Round 15 URC Team Announcements
7 months ago by Ultimate RugbyFRIDAY, APRIL 18 Edinburgh Rugby v Hollywoodbets Sharks Hive Stadium, Edinburgh – KO 19.35 IRE & UK / 20.35 ITA / 20.35 SA Referee: Andrew Brace (IRFU, 102nd league game) AR...
Rass, Mafura to start for the Lions
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbyLions head coach Ivan van Rooyen has included star poacher JC Pretorius ahead of his side’s Round 12 clash with the Sharks, while Manuel Rass and Tapiwa Mafura start at outside centre and fullback...
Wolhuter included for URC top of the table clash
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyFlyhalf Kade Wolhuter has been included in Ivan van Rooyen’s starting XV as the Emirates Lions travel to the Aviva stadium to face Leinster in Round 6 of the Vodacom United Rugby Championship. Not...
Clean sweep for SA sides in rewarding URC weekend
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyIt was a rewarding weekend for South Africa’s United Rugby Championship teams as all four franchises claimed bonus-point victories – two at home and two away – to bag a full house for...
Van der Merwe excited to be back for Lions vs Edinburgh clash
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Emirates Lions welcome Edinburgh to Emirates Airline Park this Saturday for Round 3 of the Vodacom United Rugby Championship. Kick-off in Johannesburg is scheduled for 13:45. Springbok Edwill...
