Junior Springbok JD Hattingh makes his first Currie Cup start of 2026 as the Lions ring several changes ahead of Friday's clash with the Boland Cavaliers at Wits Stadium.
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Hattingh earns first Currie Cup start as Lions ring changes for Boland clash
JD Hattingh earns his first 2026 Currie Cup start as the Lions make multiple changes for their home fixture against Boland Cavaliers at Wits Stadium.
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