Ireland captain Peter O’Mahony rues costly errors but is upbeat after defeat
Ireland captain Peter O’Mahony rued costly errors but remained upbeat following a 27-20 defeat to world champions South Africa in a gripping series opener in Pretoria.
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RTÉ Rugby podcast: Ireland keeping quiet as Rassie leads the hype train
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland to look ahead at Ireland's first Test against South Africa on Saturday.
South Africa name squad for second Ireland Test
South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus has named the same match-day 23 for the second test against Ireland in Durban on Saturday, making it the most experienced Springbok selection chosen in the 133-year history of the team.
Erasmus pleased with Springboks’ mindset ahead of Ireland tests
South Africa have advanced their preparations for the two-test home series with Ireland following the arrival of all their players in camp this week, but coach Rassie Erasmus warns the tourists will be a step up in quality from their convincing 41-13 win over Wales.
'Huge excitement' as Rassie Erasmus finetunes Springboks for Ireland
South Africa have advanced their preparations for the two-test home series with Ireland following the arrival of all their players in camp this week, but coach Rassie Erasmus warns the tourists will be a step up in quality from their convincing 41-13 win over Wales.
Fit flanker Kolisi to captain Springboks against Ireland
Siya Kolisi will captain South Africa against Ireland in their two-test series next month, while key backline players Willie le Roux and Cheslin Kolbe will be fit to play, coach Rassie Erasmus said on Wednesday.
Springboks recall World Cup winners for Ireland series
South Africa have named a squad packed with World Cup winners for their two-test home series against Ireland and one-off fixture against Portugal next month, including Siya Kolisi, fit-again winger Cheslin Kolbe and centre Lukhanyo Am.
WATCH | Boks break into song and dance at Heathrow Airport despite flight cancellation
The Springboks were stuck at Heathrow Airport in London on Sunday night after their flight back to Johannesburg was cancelled.