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Discover the latest rugby news as the Lions confirm the departure of assistant coach Barend Pieterse.
Pieterse is set to join the Junior Springboks in a consultancy role for the South Africa Under-20s at the end of January 2026.
He will replace current Bulls coach Johan Ackermann and work alongside attack coach Melusi Mthethwa and forwards coach Lumumba Currie.
Pieterse's final match with the Lions will be against the Stormers in the United Rugby Championship.
Having joined in 2023, he has been praised by head coach Ivan van Rooyen for his contributions and coaching expertise.
This move could pave the way for Pieterse to enter the Springbok system in the future.
Stay tuned for more updates on rugby coaching changes and team dynamics in South African rugby.
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