The Lions have announced an agreement on a long-term extension with sponsors Emirates.

Emirates have sponsored the Lions’ Vodacom Super Rugby team since 2015. A five-year deal has been agreed upon until 2024.

Lions CEO Rudolf Straeuli said: ‘Our partnership with Emirates has grown the Lions brand internationally and locally.

‘We are proud to be associated with such a powerful partner and the five-year extension will enable us to grow further as a franchise, enjoying additional stability and excellence.’

The Emirates logo will continue to appear on the team’s home-and-away and training kits, while also appearing on marketing material.

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