Lions captain Warren Whiteley hailed his team’s strong defence as the Joburg side made history on Saturday night when they registered a first win against the Jaguares in Buenos Aires.
The Lions, who had lost all three previous matches in the Argentine capital, won 25-16 to kick off their 2019 Super Rugby campaign on a high note.
Flank Marnus Schoeman was the big star for the Lions, scoring all three tries, with Elton Jantjies slotting two penalties and two conversions.
The Jaguares managed to score just one try.
Whiteley says: “We know the Jaguares are dangerous with quick, front foot ball, and they like to hang onto the ball for long periods, taking it through several phases.
“We got a bit lucky at times there on our tryline [especially in the second half], but we made the turnovers when we had to and defended very well.
“This was our best performance by far over here and I’m grateful for the attitude and resilience shown by the guys.”
Jaguares – Try:
Santiago Medrano. Conversion: Joaquin Diaz Bonilla. Penalties: Bonilla (3).
Lions – Tries:
Marnus Schoeman (3). Conversions: Elton Jantjies (2). Penalties: Jantjies (2).