On the lighter side: Bok duo set for boxing showdown
The Lions have confirmed that flyhalf Elton Jantjies and Vodacom Bulls wing Cornal Hendricks will square off in a ‘battle of the backs’ boxing showdown on 2 September.
Kriel Q&A: I was jealous of NZ & Aus competitions
Springbok and Lions loose forward Jaco Kriel talks about life during lockdown, South Africa’s new prospective provincial tournament, and how he felt watching Super Rugby Aotearoa and Super Rugby AU.
Watch: Jantjies’ Lions loyalty from way back
Check out this clip of Lions captain Elton Jantjies showing his loyalty to the Johannesburg franchise at an off-season braai with the Stormers back in 2012.
Jantjies: I can’t just pack my bags and leave
Elton Jantjies has explained his reasoning behind remaining committed to the Lions and his approach to captaincy, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Watch: Malcolm Marx – KES rugby prodigy
Everyone knew that eventual World Cup-winning Springbok hooker Malcolm Marx would go on to achieve big things in rugby after seeing his fantastic performances at King Edward VII School.
Elton embraces leadership role
Elton Jantjies is excited by the opportunity to help facilitate the progression of the next generation of players at the Lions, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Dyantyi opens up about anxiety
Aphiwe Dyantyi has revealed he suffered an anxiety attack on one of the first occasions he braved going out in public after testing positive for a banned substance.
Kwagga commits to Japanese club
Springbok Kwagga Smith has confirmed that he has agreed terms to play for Japan-based club Yamaha Jubilo for the next two years.
Rewind: 10 great Lions tries in Super Rugby
Kwagga Smith, Rohan Janse van Rensburg and Faf de Klerk feature in this selection of all-time standout tries from the Lions prior to the disrupted 2020 season.
In pictures: Lions return to training
Check out some of the pictures from yesterday’s Lions training session at Ellis Park, where several squad members resumed non-contact training under strict Covid-19 regulations.
