Ireland count cost of cards as Springboks power to win South Africa's 13-year wait for a win in Dublin is over, with the world champions proving their credentials with a 24-13 win against Ireland after a remarkable game at Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 22 Nov 25
Ireland count cost of cards as Springboks power to win South Africa's 13-year wait for a win in Dublin is over, with the world champions proving their credentials with a 24-13 win against Ireland after a remarkable game at Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 22 Nov 25
Autumn international recap: Ireland 13-24 South Africa Ireland took on world champions South Africa in their final Quilter Nations Series game of the year. Relive all the action here. Rugby • 22 Nov 25
Autumn international recap: Ireland 13-24 South Africa Ireland took on world champions South Africa in their final Quilter Nations Series game of the year. Relive all the action here. Rugby • 22 Nov 25
'We're an aggressive team, and we can't take that away' South Africa captain Siya Kolisi wants his side to maintain their physical presence when they take on Ireland, despite two red cards in as many games, one of which was rescinded this week. Rugby • 21 Nov 25
'We're an aggressive team, and we can't take that away' South Africa captain Siya Kolisi wants his side to maintain their physical presence when they take on Ireland, despite two red cards in as many games, one of which was rescinded this week. Rugby • 21 Nov 25
Lineout steals mask lingering Irish discipline issues Ireland have had a reasonable penalty count in this November window, but where and when they are giving up penalties remains a source of frustration, writes Neil Treacy. Rugby • 22 Nov 25
Lineout steals mask lingering Irish discipline issues Ireland have had a reasonable penalty count in this November window, but where and when they are giving up penalties remains a source of frustration, writes Neil Treacy. Rugby • 22 Nov 25
November success 'hinges' on Springboks game - Doris Caelan Doris reckons Ireland's performance against South Africa tomorrow will determine the success or failure of the November window, while injury concerns about Mack Hansen have abated. Rugby • 21 Nov 25
November success 'hinges' on Springboks game - Doris Caelan Doris reckons Ireland's performance against South Africa tomorrow will determine the success or failure of the November window, while injury concerns about Mack Hansen have abated. Rugby • 21 Nov 25
Jumping James Lowe on sky joy and soccer highs James Lowe reveals his joy at Ireland's World Cup heroics and looks to the sky ahead of the battle with the world champion Springboks. Rugby • 22 Nov 25
Jumping James Lowe on sky joy and soccer highs James Lowe reveals his joy at Ireland's World Cup heroics and looks to the sky ahead of the battle with the world champion Springboks. Rugby • 22 Nov 25
Farrell: Ireland 'more up to speed' as Boks arrive This is week five of Ireland's camp, and Andy Farrell says he always believed their performances would come together. Rugby • 21 Nov 25
Farrell: Ireland 'more up to speed' as Boks arrive This is week five of Ireland's camp, and Andy Farrell says he always believed their performances would come together. Rugby • 21 Nov 25
Farrell defends Prendergast over defensive 'work-on' Andy Farrell has issued a staunch defence of his out-half Sam Prendergast, ahead of Saturday's Quilter Nations Series meeting with South Africa. Rugby • 20 Nov 25
Farrell defends Prendergast over defensive 'work-on' Andy Farrell has issued a staunch defence of his out-half Sam Prendergast, ahead of Saturday's Quilter Nations Series meeting with South Africa. Rugby • 20 Nov 25
Springbok De Jager loses appeal against red card South Africa lock Lood de Jager has lost his appeal against a four-match suspension following his red card against France in the Springboks' 32-17 win in Paris on 8 November. Rugby • 20 Nov 25
Springbok De Jager loses appeal against red card South Africa lock Lood de Jager has lost his appeal against a four-match suspension following his red card against France in the Springboks' 32-17 win in Paris on 8 November. Rugby • 20 Nov 25
Ireland v South Africa: All you need to know Ireland take on world champions South Africa in their final November international Test of the year. Find out all you need to know here. Rugby • 21 Nov 25
Ireland v South Africa: All you need to know Ireland take on world champions South Africa in their final November international Test of the year. Find out all you need to know here. Rugby • 21 Nov 25
Springboks 'a lot more than just brutes running at you' Dan Sheehan believes Ireland will face a South Africa side with no significant weaknesses and has urged his team to match up when the sides clash in tomorrow's Test at Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 21 Nov 25
Springboks 'a lot more than just brutes running at you' Dan Sheehan believes Ireland will face a South Africa side with no significant weaknesses and has urged his team to match up when the sides clash in tomorrow's Test at Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 21 Nov 25
Erasmus open to Nienaber return for Rugby World Cup Rassie Erasmus says he is open to the idea of welcoming Jacques Nienaber back into his coaching team for the Rugby World Cup in 2027. Rugby • 20 Nov 25
Erasmus open to Nienaber return for Rugby World Cup Rassie Erasmus says he is open to the idea of welcoming Jacques Nienaber back into his coaching team for the Rugby World Cup in 2027. Rugby • 20 Nov 25
Rugby ticket prices a 'commercial reality' - Potts The IRFU has defended its ticket pricing strategy for men's senior internationals at the Aviva Stadium, saying it is the "commercial reality" the sport is facing. Rugby • 20 Nov 25
Rugby ticket prices a 'commercial reality' - Potts The IRFU has defended its ticket pricing strategy for men's senior internationals at the Aviva Stadium, saying it is the "commercial reality" the sport is facing. Rugby • 20 Nov 25
IRFU insists finances 'robust' despite €4.2m deficit Irish Rugby chief executive Kevin Potts believes the IRFU is in a "robust" financial position, despite reporting a deficit of €4.2m for the 2024/25 season. Rugby • 19 Nov 25
IRFU insists finances 'robust' despite €4.2m deficit Irish Rugby chief executive Kevin Potts believes the IRFU is in a "robust" financial position, despite reporting a deficit of €4.2m for the 2024/25 season. Rugby • 19 Nov 25
O'Brien: Sexton's 'nuggets' improving Irish kick game Ireland dominated the skies against Australia on Saturday, and if they're to claim a big win against the world champions South Africa in Dublin this weekend, they will need a repeat performance. Rugby • 20 Nov 25
O'Brien: Sexton's 'nuggets' improving Irish kick game Ireland dominated the skies against Australia on Saturday, and if they're to claim a big win against the world champions South Africa in Dublin this weekend, they will need a repeat performance. Rugby • 20 Nov 25
Smit: Physicality should not dictate 10 selection Former South Africa captain John Smit doesn't believe Ireland's coaches should be fixated on "physicality" in selecting their side for this weekend's Quilter Nations Series meeting with the Springboks at Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 19 Nov 25
Smit: Physicality should not dictate 10 selection Former South Africa captain John Smit doesn't believe Ireland's coaches should be fixated on "physicality" in selecting their side for this weekend's Quilter Nations Series meeting with the Springboks at Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 19 Nov 25
Ryan 'couldn't believe' Ireland heroics in Budapest The Ireland rugby team are looking to take more inspiration from the heroics of the Boys in Green, with James Ryan hailing Troy Parrott's incredible hat-trick. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
Ryan 'couldn't believe' Ireland heroics in Budapest The Ireland rugby team are looking to take more inspiration from the heroics of the Boys in Green, with James Ryan hailing Troy Parrott's incredible hat-trick. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
Smit and Jackman preview Ireland v Springboks Neil Treacy and Bernard Jackman are joined by South Africa's 2007 World Cup winning captain John Smit ahead of this week's game between Ireland and the Springboks. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
Smit and Jackman preview Ireland v Springboks Neil Treacy and Bernard Jackman are joined by South Africa's 2007 World Cup winning captain John Smit ahead of this week's game between Ireland and the Springboks. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
'Proud' Lion Ryan ready for Springboks Ahead of Saturday's November international against South Africa, Ireland lock James Ryan was happy to reflect on his successful summer tour with the British and Irish Lions. Rugby • 19 Nov 25
'Proud' Lion Ryan ready for Springboks Ahead of Saturday's November international against South Africa, Ireland lock James Ryan was happy to reflect on his successful summer tour with the British and Irish Lions. Rugby • 19 Nov 25
Unlike Wallabies, Springboks will punish ill-discipline While the attacking performance against Australia will please Andy Farrell, he will be aware South Africa will pose bigger questions on Saturday. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
Unlike Wallabies, Springboks will punish ill-discipline While the attacking performance against Australia will please Andy Farrell, he will be aware South Africa will pose bigger questions on Saturday. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
Henshaw finds form after unwanted lay-off After enduring a disappointing end to last season, Robbie Henshaw feels he's getting the benefit of some unwanted time off. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
Henshaw finds form after unwanted lay-off After enduring a disappointing end to last season, Robbie Henshaw feels he's getting the benefit of some unwanted time off. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
Etzebeth: Irish coaches now part of Springboks 'family' Eben Etzebeth admitted he couldn't hide his delight when he heard that Felix Jones was rejoining the South Africa set-up and says that the former Ireland full-back and Jerry Flannery are part of the Springbok family. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
Etzebeth: Irish coaches now part of Springboks 'family' Eben Etzebeth admitted he couldn't hide his delight when he heard that Felix Jones was rejoining the South Africa set-up and says that the former Ireland full-back and Jerry Flannery are part of the Springbok family. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
McCloskey out as Van der Flier, Ringrose return Stuart McCloskey has been ruled out Ireland's final November international against South Africa on Saturday after suffering a recurrence of a groin injury. Rugby • 17 Nov 25
McCloskey out as Van der Flier, Ringrose return Stuart McCloskey has been ruled out Ireland's final November international against South Africa on Saturday after suffering a recurrence of a groin injury. Rugby • 17 Nov 25
Springboks claim unfair treatment over red cards South Africa are hoping to have both Franco Mostert and Lood de Jager available to face Ireland on Saturday with both locks facing disciplinary action, while assistant coach Mzwandile Stick says he belives the Springboks are being treated unfairly. Rugby • 17 Nov 25
Springboks claim unfair treatment over red cards South Africa are hoping to have both Franco Mostert and Lood de Jager available to face Ireland on Saturday with both locks facing disciplinary action, while assistant coach Mzwandile Stick says he belives the Springboks are being treated unfairly. Rugby • 17 Nov 25
Ireland face All Blacks and SA in Nations Championship Ireland will play Australia, Japan and New Zealand next summer in rugby's new-look Nations Championship, while November will see Tests against Argentina, Fiji and South Africa. Rugby • 17 Nov 25
Ireland face All Blacks and SA in Nations Championship Ireland will play Australia, Japan and New Zealand next summer in rugby's new-look Nations Championship, while November will see Tests against Argentina, Fiji and South Africa. Rugby • 17 Nov 25
