Roughriders Rally Past Lions In West Semi-Final

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Riders Roll! Saskatchewan Takes Down BC in Thrilling West Semi-Final

The Saskatchewan Roughriders are headed to the West Final after a wild, back-and-forth battle with the BC Lions in the West Semi-Final. The Riders, who were down 20-6 at halftime, rallied in the second half and ultimately emerged victorious with a 30-24 win at Mosaic Stadium in Regina.

The Lions came out firing on all cylinders, with quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. throwing for three touchdowns in the first half. BC's defense was also stifling, keeping the Riders' offense in check. But Saskatchewan found their rhythm in the second half, thanks in large part to the stellar play of quarterback Cody Fajardo. Fajardo, who was under pressure all game, threw for 221 yards and two touchdowns, including a crucial 15-yard touchdown pass to receiver Duke Williams with just over two minutes left in the game.

What a comeback!

The Riders' defense also stepped up in the second half, limiting Adams Jr. and forcing a crucial turnover. With the game on the line, the Riders held their nerve and sealed the victory.

This was a huge win for the Roughriders, who are looking to win their first Grey Cup since 2007. They'll now face the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the West Final next week. The Bombers are the reigning Grey Cup champions and will be a tough opponent, but the Riders are feeling confident after their impressive comeback win.

One thing's for sure: it'll be a wild ride to the Grey Cup this year!

What's Next for the Riders?

The Roughriders will face the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the West Final next weekend. This is a rematch of last year's West Final, which the Bombers won 20-18. The Blue Bombers have been the dominant team in the CFL for the past few years, and they'll be looking to make it back to the Grey Cup.

The Riders will need to play their best game of the season to beat Winnipeg. But if they can continue to play with the same passion and intensity they showed in the second half of the West Semi-Final, anything is possible.

This is a great time to be a Roughrider fan. Let's go Riders!

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