Leinster v Lions - United Rugby Championship
Date & Time
Saturday 9 May 2026
6:30pm
Location
RDS Arena
Ballsbridge
Price
From €25
Leinster Rugby
Leinster host the Lions from South Africa at the RDS in what could be a crucial late-season URC fixture. The RDS on a big match day is one of the best atmospheres in club rugby anywhere in the world.
What to Expect
The South African teams have raised the standard of the URC since joining, and the Lions will bring physicality and ambition to Ballsbridge. With the URC playoffs approaching, every result matters. The RDS holds around 18,500 and creates an atmosphere that bigger grounds can’t match.
Good to Know
- Saturday May 9, kick-off 6:30pm
- RDS Arena, Ballsbridge
- Late-season fixture with playoff implications
Getting There
Sandymount DART is about a 10-minute walk. Lansdowne Road DART is similar. Dublin Bus 4, 7, 18 serve Ballsbridge.
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