Plumtree: Lions are ready

The 2009 British and Irish Lions have been described as “better organised and better managed” than their immediate predecessors four years ago in New Zealand.

Thu, 11 Jun, 2009 - 08:39

The 2009 British and Irish Lions have been described as “better organised and better managed” than their immediate predecessors four years ago in New Zealand.

The ringing endorsement came from Sharks coach John Plumtree after the Lions beat his team 39-3 at ABSA Stadium.

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