Garry Ringrose: Ireland centre relishing 'first crack' against South Africa
Garry Ringrose is almost a 50-cap veteran but Saturday's autumn opener will be the first time the Ireland centre has faced South Africa.
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Johnny Sexton: Ireland ready for 'the best team in the world'
Johnny Sexton says Ireland must play on their own terms when the world champions South Africa come to the Aviva Stadium on Saturday.
Marcell Coetzee commits to the Bulls till 2027
The Bulls have secured the services of Springbok flank Marcell Coetzee until 2027.
Kolbe could have a lot on his plate as Springboks go full-on 'pocket rocket' for Irish
Cheslin Kolbe's deployment at fullback for the Springboks' meeting with Ireland in Dublin on Saturday evening is the culmination of a long-held plan that's only now come to fruition.
Brodie Retallick banned for games with Wales and Scotland
New Zealand lock Brodie Retallick has been banned for two matches following his red card against Japan, ruling him out of upcoming games against Wales and Scotland.
Rugby-Kolbe back for Springboks but at fullback
(Reuters) - Cheslin Kolbe will play his first test at fullback when he makes a return to the South Africa team against Ireland in Dublin on Saturday, coach Jacques Nienaber announced on Tuesday.
Van Staden, Nkosi ruled out of Springbok tour with injuries after Bulls duty
Sbu Nkosi and Marcon van Staden will not be joining the Springboks on their end-of-year tour because of injuries picked up on United Rugby Championship duty for the Bulls.
Cheslin Kolbe at full-back as South Africa make three changes for Ireland
Cheslin Kolbe will make his first start at full-back for South Africa when they face Ireland at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday.