Granted, conditions in the City of Roses were ideal for regular point-scoring, but head coach Ivan van Rooyen will be truly chuffed with the manner in which this win was achieved.
Criticised as underpowered and unbalanced in the last two seasons - playing an attacking game that lacks the necessary grunt up front - the Lions showcased a new, compelling side to their play.
Five tries confirmed that they haven't lost their attacking edge though it was notable that they used power and precision instead of excessive flair.
The Lions were dominant in the set-pieces, monoplising possession and providing themselves with additional momentum by acing the collisions.