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Weekend Preview: Saffas head to Europe in EPCR Challenge Cup

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It’s do-or-die for the South African sides in Europe. The Lions face Edinburgh, the Bulls travel to Bayonne, and the Sharks head to Lyon. Three tough away days, one shot at the EPCR Challenge Cup quarter-finals. Here is all you need to know about the Rugby World this weekend: Every league; Every fixture; Every log.

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