Lions boost top 4 hopes with bonus-point win over Connacht
The Lions dominated early and maintained control throughout the match
The Lions strengthened their chances for a top 4 finish on the United Rugby Championship log with a bonus-point victory over Irish side Connacht, in Johannesburg, Gauteng.
The hosts dominated the opening half scoring 21 unanswered points in the form of 3 converted tries.
The Johannesburg side went on to score 2 more tries in the 2nd half and clinched the game 33-21.
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