Lions Rugby Company News & Articles

Springbok Facing Ban to Forfeit Earnings

Asenathi Ntlabakanye Handed 18-Month Ban for Doping Violation In a shocking development on Thursday, the Independent Doping Tribunal Panel confirmed that Springbok prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye has been banned for 18…

Sibusiso Tebogo May 14, 2026

Sports

Springbok Prodigy Hit with Doping Suspension

Springbok Prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye Suspended for 18 Months Springbok prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye has been suspended for 18 months after testing positive for prohibited substances. The 27-year-old prop, who earned four…

Sibusiso Tebogo May 14, 2026

Sports

Springbok Star Sidelined

The Lions Rugby Company has confirmed that it has received a decision from the South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS) to sanction Lions and Springbok prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye for…

Sibusiso Tebogo May 14, 2026