Kicking and screaming - Ireland, South Africa & the butterfly effect of rugby
It was an easy comparison to make before the game that Ireland and South Africa's Rugby World Cup Pool B meeting in Paris was going to be like a heavyweight boxing match.
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Bruising Boks win will stand to Ireland - Simon Easterby
Ireland's hard-fought win over world champions South Africa will only increase the team's belief and confidence, says Simon Easterby.
Ireland report clean bill of health after bruising South Africa showdown
Ireland emerged from a blockbuster win over South Africa with a clean bill of health but wary there are “big tests on the horizon” at the Rugby World Cup.
Super League: Waterford surprise UCC Glanmire in round one
SETU Waterford Wildcats began the MissQuote.ie Super League season with an 80-75 win at defending champions The Address UCC Glanmire.
Snyman admits Springboks shocked by Irish breakdown prowess
Munster lock RG Snyman was left to rue South Africa's missed chances as the world champions fell to defeat to Ireland on Saturday night.
Jonny Evans gives verdict on Manchester United under Erik ten Hag
Jonny Evans is convinced Manchester United are on the right path under Erik ten Hag based on what he has seen during his time back at the club. The 35-year-old returned to United in the summer, eight years after he was sold by the club, and played a key role in their win over Burnley at the weekend.
Scots overcome Tonga hurdle but Ritchie to miss Romania
But Townsend railed against the television match official and bunker review system after Afusipa Taumoepeau was only yellow carded for a head-high tackle on captain Jamie Ritchie.
Townsend unhappy with officials after captain Ritchie sidelined
NICE, France : Scotland coach Gregor Townsend was left bemused by the bunker review system for the second World Cup game in a row as he confirmed captain Jamie Ritchie faces a minimum of 12 days on the sidelines following the 45-17 win over Tonga on Sunday.