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Lions’ bravery in France speaks louder than Champions Cup defeat after Hyron Andrews’ death

IOL Sport · 18 October 2026 at 08:01

Lions’ bravery in France speaks louder than Champions Cup defeat after Hyron Andrews’ death

The Lions lost 31-14 to La Rochelle in France, but their Champions Cup debut was defined by the courage they showed after the sudden death of teammate Hyron Andrews.

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