Leinster Rugby will host the Fidelity SecureDrive Lions on Saturday at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday at 18:30 (SA Time). The Lions and Leinster are only separated by a 23-point difference on the United Rugby Championship log.
Leinster Rugby assistant coach Tyler Bleyendaal said he is well aware of the threat posed by the in-form Fidelity SecureDrive Lions, who have won their last six URC matches.
“We know the challenge the Lions are bringing,” said the Kiwi.
“They are extremely cohesive at the moment and playing with a lot of confidence, and they are getting results from that.
“They are a very dangerous team with the ball in hand. They punish any mistakes or any lapses in concentration. They are awesome in transition. They also defend really well and have a great kicking game.
“It’s going to be a fiercely contested match. We have got a lot of respect for the Lions and how they are playing.”
Bleyendaal added, “The URC log is so tight. It’s hotly contested at the top of the table, so every point matters. “That’s why we have had to turn the page very quickly to focus on the Lions. We need to perform well and try to get a result.
“We have only got two league matches left, and then the seedings will be there. We understand that having home advantage for as long as possible in the URC is a big advantage.”