Members of the British & Irish Lions squad continued a rich tradition leaving a legacy in South Africa as they opened a brand new sports pitch in the heart of the Orange Farm township in Johannesburg.

The pitch has been built at Masibambane College which is a school supported by Education Africa - a South African charity which has a long standing relationship with the Lions' principle sponsor HSBC. The pitch includes some turf from Ellis Park - the venue of the Lions final test match against South Africa on July 4.

Students from the school then initiated the pitch with a special TAG rugby match involving the British & Irish Lions players.

Speaking at the event tour manager Gerald Davies said, "Today is a special day and on behalf of the Lions players and management we are delighted to be able to attend and help with this fantastic legacy project. Spending time in the community is an integral part of any Lions Tour, and the players have really enjoyed spending time with the children here today."