Emirates Lions
The Lions is a South African professional rugby union team based in Johannesburg in the Gauteng province. They competed in the Super Rugby competition until 2020, and will compete in the United Rugby Championship from 2021. They are the successor of the teams known as Transvaal (in 1996), Gauteng Lions (1997) and the Cats (1998-2006).
Full Name | Lions |
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Union | SA Rugby |
Founded | 1996 |
Location | Johannesburg, South Africa |
Region | Johannesburg, Gauteng Province |
- Leagues
- EPCR Challenge Cup, United Rugby Championship
- Seasons
- 2021-2022, 2022-2023, 2023-2024
- Home
- Emirates Airline Park