# Rugby: Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen says their opening United Rugby Championship match this evening in Wales will be a great first test for his team. They face Cardiff at 8.45pm South African time at Cardiff Arms Park. Lubabalo Dobela will be tasked to steer the backline in the absence of Chris Smith who suffered a head knock. Zimbabwean international Tapiwa Mafura gets his opportunity on the right wing. Winger Angelo Davids make his first international appearance for his new club and Springbok Quan Horn captains the side from fullback.
Rugby: Lions face tough test against Cardiff in Wales as they kick off their URC campaign