The Bulls face the Lions in the second URC Jukskei derby, aiming to improve their defense against the Lions' potent backline.
The Bulls are gearing up for a fierce encounter against the Lions in their second United Rugby Championship ( URC ) Jukskei derby at Loftus on Saturday. While the Bulls thrive in wet weather conditions, which often favor scrums, they recognize the need to shore up their defense against the Lions ' potent backline.
\The Lions demonstrated their attacking prowess in the first derby leg, outscoring the Bulls with three tries from their backline, including scrumhalf Morne van den Berg, centers Marius Louw and Henco van Wyk. Winger Edwill van der Merwe and fullback Qua Horn consistently broke through the Bulls' defense, setting up these tries. \Bulls hooker Johan Grobbelaar acknowledges the Lions' speed and agility, emphasizing the importance of a robust defensive line. He believes the wet weather will likely result in numerous knock-ons, presenting an opportunity for the Bulls to capitalize on scrum penalties. The Bulls have been particularly strong in the scrum this season, and Grobbelaar expects them to leverage this advantage through strategic mauling and efficient ball handling. He anticipates a challenging match but expresses confidence in the team's ability to adapt to the conditions and secure a victory
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