50th Super Rugby appearance for Faf de Klerk as the Lions take to the field

The Cheetahs host last seasons losing finalists the Lions in the opening round of Super Rugby. The Cheetahs won just four of their 15 matches in last years competition, but will take heart from going unbeaten to win the Currie Cup. The Lions were fantastic last year, winning eleven of their 15 games as well as play-off matches against the Crusaders and Highlanders. They eventually fell 20-3 to the Hurricanes in the Super Rugby final after a brilliant season.

We're in for a battle!