IT’S A CELEBRATION! LIONS ROMP TO DIVISION ONE TITLE+096

August 3, 2025 / Will Evans

August 3, 2025 / Will Evans

Celebration Lions have capped a dominant CRL Division One campaign with a 46-6 grand final victory over Eastern Eagles at Ngā Puna Wai.

The Lions had to overcome a tough, physical opening period and an early deficit before getting on top, however.

A valiant Eagles outfit dominated the first 20 minutes with a try to front-rower Cam Tukapua and bruising defence.

But the Lions eventually broke down their resistance, piling on three converted tries in 18 minutes to take a commanding 18-6 lead into halftime.

Winger Riley Williams opened Celebration’s account, before prop Fabian Koirua and interchange Rihani Perti also crossed.

The Lions added another five unanswered tries after the break for a resounding win and to complete an unbeaten Division One campaign.

Celebration Lions 46 defeated Eastern Eagles 6 at Ngā Puna Wai