'Heart of the pack' Eben Etzebeth can swing it for South Africa against Ireland - Victor Matfield
No Handre Pollard, no Malcolm Marx, no Lukhanyo Am, no problem, says Victor Matfield.
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Aki to win 50th cap as Farrell opts for 5/3 split against Springboks
Bundee Aki wins his 50th Irish cap on Saturday when he lines up for the keenly-anticipated Rugby World Cup Pool B match between the Six Nations Grand Slam winners and defending champions South Africa.
James Ryan braced for titanic Etzebeth battle
Ireland vice-captain James Ryan is determined to impose himself on South Africa's formidable pack as he prepares to go toe to toe with the world-class talents of Eben Etzebeth.
Caelan Doris: 7:1 'Boks bench split won't affect Ireland plan
Caelan Doris doesn't believe South Africa’s 7:1 bench split means Ireland have to adjust their game plan.
7/1 is back! Springboks shock with seven forwards on bench for crunch Ireland World Cup clash
The Springboks have made the bold call of naming seven forwards on their bench for Saturday's Rugby World Cup clash against Ireland in Paris.
Kleyn and Snyman among seven forwards on Boks bench for showdown with Ireland
Former Ireland international Jean Kleyn has been named in the South Africa squad for Saturday's Rugby World Cup Pool B meeting between the sides, with the Munster lock among seven forwards on the Springbok bench.
Handre Pollard not in line to face Ireland unless South Africa suffer injuries
Fly-half Handre Pollard will not be involved in South Africa’s Rugby World Cup clash with Ireland in Paris unless his side suffer a late injury crisis.