Ringrose: Ireland must level up to match Boks
Garry Ringrose believes that Ireland can still go up another level to beat the Springboks in the decisive second Test in Durban on Saturday.
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Garry Ringrose believes that Ireland can still go up another level to beat the Springboks in the decisive second Test in Durban on Saturday.
Rassie Erasmus resurrected the world champion Springboks by having no restriction on player selections, and it’s high time that New Zealand Rugby follows suit, writes MARK KEOHANE.
Wales legend Scott Gibbs suspects the Irish may have a surprise in store for the Boks when the teams clash at Kings Park on Saturday.
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DHL Stormers director of rugby John Dobson says the Springboks are in a powerful position for South Africa’s World Cup three-peat bid in 2027.
SA-born hooker Rob Herring comes into the Ireland matchday 23, skippered by Caelan Doris, to face the Springboks in the series decider in Durban on Saturday.
Veteran forward Franco Mostert said the Springboks must deliver a top performance against a “stronger” Ireland outfit on Saturday to clinch a series victory in Durban.
Rassie Erasmus has released nine players from the Springbok camp to their provincial unions for possible game time before next week’s clash against Portugal in Bloemfontein.
SA Rugby has expressed its support for the SABC’s decision to suspend its planned broadcast of the Springbok matches against Ireland in the Republic.
Defence coach Simon Easterby emphasised the need for a quicker Irish response to counter the Boks’ expansive attack when the teams clash in Durban on Saturday.