British & Irish Lions to play all three South Africa Tests in Cape Town

A general view inside the stadium during the Castle Lager Lions Series match at the Cape Town Stadium. Picture: Steve Haag

The British & Irish Lions are set to remain in Cape Town for the remainder of their South African tour after confirmation on Tuesday evening that all three Test matches against the Springboks are to be played in the Mother City.

The decision, announced by South African Rugby and the Lions, comes four days in advance of the series opener between Warren Gatland’s tourists and the world champions at Cape Town Stadium this Saturday and will be a considerable boost for the Lions as the Springboks are effectively relinquishing the advantage they enjoy playing at altitude on the Highveld by remaining at sea level for the series.