SuperSport is deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Lions lock Hyron Andrews while in France ahead of the EPCR Champions Cup clash against La Rochelle.
The 31-year-old Paarl-born lock made his name at The Sharks, having played his youth rugby for the Blue Bulls. He ventured abroad, where he played for the Sale Sharks in England, before joining the Lions. Andrews was a Junior Springbok international, featuring in the 2015 World Rugby Under-20 Championships.
SuperSport would like to convey its sincere condolences to Hyron’s wife, Maiglin, their young sons, and the entire Andrews family and friends during this trying time.
Our condolences also go to the Lions family, especially the players, coaches and management staff, who shared special moments on the field with him, SA Rugby and the entire rugby community.
The Lions Rugby Company have confirmed that lock Hyron Andrews has died while on tour in France. SuperSport sends its condolences to the Andrews family, everyone at the Lions and the rugby fraternity. https://t.co/hT4UC1WCSR
— SuperSport Rugby (@SSRugby) October 16, 2026