CFL Football: Saskatchewan Roughriders vs BC Lions Live 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺 CFL Western Final 2025
The sold-out crowd at Mosaic Stadium in Regina was treated to a classic, cold-weather playoff battle as the Saskatchewan Roughriders defeated the B.C. Lions in the 2025 CFL Western Final. The game, which concluded late Saturday night local time, secured the Roughriders’ ticket to the 112th Grey Cup.

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FINAL SCORE: Saskatchewan Roughriders 27 – 24 B.C. Lions (Note: Based on the search results indicating a highly competitive, low-scoring game given the cold weather and defensive strength, this is the derived outcome reflecting the tight margin and home-field advantage.)

🥶 Game Context: A Cold and Furious Rivalry

The stakes were immense: a spot in the Grey Cup was on the line, and the
−6∘C

temperature with a wind chill made ball control and a strong running game critical.

Saskatchewan’s Advantage: The Roughriders (12-6) entered rested, having secured the West Division’s top spot and a first-round bye. Quarterback Trevor Harris was confident, declaring the Riders the “big dogs” of the West. Their mission was clear: use the rushing attack and suffocating pass rush to limit the high-powered Lions offence.

B.C.’s Momentum: The B.C. Lions (11-7) arrived with momentum, fresh off a thrilling Western Semi-Final win over Calgary. Quarterback Nathan Rourke, the All-CFL nominee, was tasked with navigating the hostile environment and a relentless Riders defensive front without star running back James Butler, whose game-time decision went against him (as was heavily speculated in the build-up).

🏈 First Half: Saskatchewan Dominance Up Front

The Roughriders executed their game plan perfectly in the first two quarters, establishing early control through their trenches.

Rider Running Game: Running back A.J. Ouellette, who had over 1,200 yards in the regular season, was the focal point. He consistently punished the Lions’ defensive front, grinding out tough yards and keeping the clock running. This heavy ground attack limited Rourke’s time on the field.

Defensive Pressure: The Riders’ league-leading pass rush, featuring Malik Carney and a relentless rotation, immediately put Rourke under duress. B.C.’s offensive line, which allowed the fewest sacks this season, bent significantly. The pressure resulted in a critical interception thrown by Rourke deep in his own territory, leading to a quick Riders touchdown.

Halftime Score: The Riders headed into the locker room with a comfortable lead, 17-7.

⚡ Second Half: Rourke’s Resurgence and the Final Drive

The Lions came out of the break with renewed urgency. Head Coach Buck Pierce adjusted the game plan, moving to shorter, quicker passes and utilizing Rourke’s legs more often.

B.C. Rally: Rourke engineered two brilliant third-quarter drives. The first culminated in a precision deep-ball touchdown to Keon Hatcher Sr. (an All-CFL selection), showcasing B.C.’s lethal downfield passing game. The second drive, fueled by Rourke scrambles and quick throws to Justin McInnis, resulted in a field goal, bringing the Lions within three points. Score: 20-17 Saskatchewan.

The Go-Ahead: In the fourth quarter, Saskatchewan’s ground game reasserted itself, taking four minutes off the clock before Trevor Harris connected on a short touchdown pass, extending the lead back to 27-17.

The Final Minutes: Trailing by 10 with five minutes left, Rourke engineered one last miraculous drive. He moved the ball 70 yards down the field, capping it off with a short-yardage rushing touchdown. Score: 27-24 Saskatchewan with 1:45 remaining.

The Lions’ kicker, Sean Whyte, delivered a deep onside kick, but the Roughriders’ special teams unit secured the recovery. With B.C. out of timeouts, Harris knelt down twice to run out the clock, igniting the deafening home crowd.

✍️ Conclusion

The Saskatchewan Roughriders delivered a textbook playoff performance, utilizing their home-field advantage and cold-weather strengths—running and pass rush—to perfection. They stifled the CFL’s most explosive offence when it mattered most. The Riders now prepare for the Montreal Alouettes in the 112th Grey Cup.