South Africa 8-13 Ireland: Andy Farrell's side edge past reigning world champions in epic match
Ireland edged past South Africa in a brutal and breathless World Cup pool clash in Paris.
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David Humphreys: Ireland v South Africa Talking Points
Former Ulster and Ireland out-half David Humphreys looks ahead to the mouthwatering clash between Ireland and world champions South Africa in Paris.
Preview: Ireland ready to rise to 'Boks challenge
It's not a Grand Slam decider, it's not a series-clincher on the road, it's not even do-or-die, but this one, which will be played out in front of 80,000 souls at the Stade de France, feels big.
Defusing the 'Bomb Squad' to reach quarter-finals – 5 talking points for Ireland
Ireland take on world champions South Africa in a pivotal Rugby World Cup clash in Paris.
'It's everything we've been working for' - Mack Hansen
When Mack Hansen lines out at the Stade de France on Saturday, it'll be one day shy of two years since the Australia native made his first appearance in a Connacht shirt.
Sexton's boot and Springbok forward power a potent World Cup cocktail
Ireland and South Africa will meet for the first time in a Rugby World Cup on Saturday in a blockbuster that pitches the world number one Irish against the defending champions.
Donal Lenihan: I give Ireland the edge in a Springboks game fit for the World Cup final
The Irish presence in Paris has been picking up over the last few days and this is a game Ireland have been gearing up for since they beat England on 18 March to win the Grand Slam.
Johnny Sexton: Where else would you rather be?
It's just another World Cup pool game, but not really. It’s not "must win," admits Andy Farrell and Johnny Sexton initially declines to admit this one feels different. But it does.