Lions coach: the advantage of the field is huge

Cape Town – Lions Coach Bruin Swys admits that the field advantage plays an important role in the Super Rugby playoffs.

The Lions host the Waratahs in the semi-finals in Johannesburg on Saturday (3:05 pm), while the Crusaders host the Hurricanes in Christchurch (9:35 am).

Defending champion Crusaders finished first overall and will have a home advantage when he reaches the final.

"It's huge to play at home." Bruin admitted in an interview with Netwerk24 .

The Lions Mentor added that they would be completely behind the Hurricanes on Saturday as this would give them the opportunity to host the final at Ellis Park

"I should maybe send a message to Boydie (Chris Boyd, coach of the Hurricanes) to beat the Crusaders in Christchurch, we both worked together at the Sharks Academy and I know him well. "

Bruin said that a Hurricane victory would be an added incentive for them when they will enter the field against the Waratahs.

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The Crusaders, however, will be difficult to beating at home Their 40-10 win against the Sharks last weekend was their 13th in a row in the competition.

Sharks coach Robert de Preez then said that it's a good thing. was waiting for the Crusaders to win their ninth title Super Rugby

"The Crusaders excellent striker and defender and I do not see any other team beat them. Their game is so good, especially online, they scored tests and you have to face physically. "

The Crusaders defeated the Lions 25-17 in the final last year at Ellis Park.