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.
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South Africa hold off Ireland to edge first test
PRETORIA : South Africa battled to a fortunate 27-20 victory over Ireland in the first test on Saturday, playing for only the second time since October’s World Cup triumph and struggling to shrug off the rust.
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Farrell: Ireland paid price for poor first half
Andy Farrell says Ireland paid the price for a poor first half, as they began their summer Test series with a 27-20 defeat to South Africa.
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