AFTER a lengthy build-up the Lions finally get their series underway in South Africa. Alun Wyn Jones has made a remarkable return from injury and is set to captain the side against the Springboks. But Warren Gatland’s men got a clear message about how tough the world champions will be ten days ago. Taking on […]
AFTER a lengthy build-up the Lions finally get their series underway in South Africa.
Alun Wyn Jones has made a remarkable return from injury and is set to captain the side against the Springboks.
SportsfileCaptain Alun Wyn Jones will be hoping to play a key part after making a miraculous recovery from injury[/caption]
PASouth Africa captain Siya Kolisi is also back after recovering from Covid[/caption]
But Warren Gatland’s men got a clear message about how tough the world champions will be ten days ago.
Taking on a South Africa A team comprised of almost exclusively of players from the full national side, the Lions were edged out 17-13 in an intense encounter in Cape Town, where the entire series against the Springboks will now take place.
The Lions’ games against South Africa have been moved away from Johannesburg and Pretoria to reduce the risk of further Covid outbreaks.
And a change of venue could benefit Warren Gatland’s side as they will now play all matches at sea level rather than toiling at altitude.
What time does British and Irish Lions vs South Africa kick off?
The British and Irish Lions take on South Africa on Saturday, July 24.
The match kicks off at 5pm UK time – 6pm in South Africa.
It will take place at the Cape Town Stadium.
The Lions have not played South Africa for 12 years. In their last meeting they won the third test 28-9, but were unable to avoid a 2-1 series defeat.
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What TV channel is the British and Irish Lions vs South Africa on and can I live stream it?
The British and Irish Lions’ first test against South Africa is live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Action.
Coverage on Sky Sports Action commences at 3pm – two hours before kick-off.
To stream the game live, head to your Sky Go account.
Non-Sky Sports subscribers can still watch all the action live with a Now TV Day Pass.
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