South Africa hold off Ireland in bruising first Test
Ireland fell short in a ferocious Test in Pretoria, as world champions South Africa ended their losing streak against Andy Farrell's side.
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Andy Farrell warns Ireland not to be ‘desperate’ against South Africa
Ireland boss Andy Farrell has warned his players to avoid being “desperate” in their efforts to salvage a series draw in South Africa following defeat in the opening Test.
Andy Farrell knows Ireland are more than capable of beating South Africa
Andy Farrell expects world champions South Africa to be “twice as good” during the second Test in Durban but believes Ireland can still salvage a series draw.
'We want a fair contest' - Irish scrum 'tricks' frustrate Boks hooker Boingi Mbonambi
While South Africa's depth off the bench ultimately proved too much for the Irish scrum in Saturday's first Test, for the opening hour of the game the starting Irish pack more than held their own.
Osborne gets first cap for Ireland in unfamiliar position
JOHANNESBURG : Ireland have selected uncapped Jamie Osborne at fullback for the first test against South Africa at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria on Saturday despite the fact he has not played in the position for the last 18 months.
Conor Murray 'ready to rock' with Ireland out for revenge
Conor Murray says he is ready to step up to the starting role for Ireland's second Test against South Africa at Hollywoodbets King's Park in Durban on Saturday, after an impressive cameo off the bench against the Springboks.
'Caelan was well within his rights to ask some of those questions' - Simon Easterby backs Caelan Doris over referee communication
Simon Easterby has given his backing to Caelan Doris, after the Ireland vice-captain's communication issues with referee Luke Pearce last week.
Rónan Kelleher 'It's just bitter. You never want to see a team-mate injured'
Dan Sheehan's potentially serious knee injury in Saturday's first Test against South Africa is a reminder of just how cruel sport can be.