THE GEORGIAN franchise has dominated the Rugby Europe Super Cup for the two seasons it’s been in existence and now has a chance to shine in the EPCR Challenge Cup. But can fans expect something special from Black Lion? And, more importantly, what is Black Lion?
In 2021, Rugby Europe, with the help of seven unions, created a continental competition to help them develop a higher standard of international player, enhancing their skills within a more competitive environment. That competition was named the Rugby Europe Super Cup and the Georgian union, with their franchise Black Lion, was one of the founding members.
Lasha Khurtsidze, vice-president of the Georgian union, said at the time that the Super Cup “will be a cornerstone of future development of Georgian rugby… To get involved with the Super Cup was a good opportunity for
