Josh van der Flier: Ireland need more than just physicality against the Boks
Josh van der Flier says Ireland will need to be more than just physical when they take on South Africa this evening.
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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.
Rugby World Cup - South Africa v Ireland: All you need to know
Since the draw was made for this tournament way back on 14 December 2020, this game has been circled in the calendar of Irish and South African rugby fans.
'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.
Paul O'Connell: 'We present a big physical challenge'
Paul O'Connell says he fully believes Ireland can match South Africa's size and power when the sides meet at the Stade de France tomorrow.
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.
Bernard Jackman: Bomb Squad? Ireland must be wary of the Breakdown Squad
While much of the focus around this weekend's meeting of Ireland and South Africa has centered on the physicality of the Springboks' seven replacement forwards, Bernard Jackman believes the breakdown threat of their subs could play an even greater role.
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.