Jones and Flannery switch from Boks to Bulls Springbok assistant coaches Felix Jones and Jerry Flannery are set to join up with the Bulls on a temporary basis. Rugby • 28 Dec 25
Jones and Flannery switch from Boks to Bulls Springbok assistant coaches Felix Jones and Jerry Flannery are set to join up with the Bulls on a temporary basis. Rugby • 28 Dec 25
Updated Etzebeth handed 12-match ban for eye gouging South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth has received a 12-match suspension for his eye gouge on Wales flanker Alex Mann, ruling him out until April. Rugby • 04 Dec 25
Updated Etzebeth handed 12-match ban for eye gouging South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth has received a 12-match suspension for his eye gouge on Wales flanker Alex Mann, ruling him out until April. Rugby • 04 Dec 25
Sexton: South Africa beating will be 'reference point' Johnny Sexton says Ireland will use Saturday's loss to South Africa as a "reference point" on their way to the World Cup in 2027. Rugby • 26 Nov 25
Sexton: South Africa beating will be 'reference point' Johnny Sexton says Ireland will use Saturday's loss to South Africa as a "reference point" on their way to the World Cup in 2027. Rugby • 26 Nov 25
Ireland's Beirne believes 'officials doing their best' Tadhg Beirne didn't want to be drawn on the performance of the match officials in Ireland's defeat to South Africa but believes they are "doing their best". Rugby • 25 Nov 25
Ireland's Beirne believes 'officials doing their best' Tadhg Beirne didn't want to be drawn on the performance of the match officials in Ireland's defeat to South Africa but believes they are "doing their best". Rugby • 25 Nov 25
Stats don't paint full picture of Irish scrum problems The numbers would suggest that Ireland gave up six penalties from South Africa's 16 scrums, but the reality is considerably worse. Rugby • 24 Nov 25
Stats don't paint full picture of Irish scrum problems The numbers would suggest that Ireland gave up six penalties from South Africa's 16 scrums, but the reality is considerably worse. Rugby • 24 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
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
Springboks given boost as Mostert red card overturned South Africa have received a major boost ahead of Saturday's huge Quilter Nations Series meeting with Ireland in Dublin, after a disciplinary committee overturned Franco Mostert's controversial red card against Italy last weekend. Rugby • 19 Nov 25
Springboks given boost as Mostert red card overturned South Africa have received a major boost ahead of Saturday's huge Quilter Nations Series meeting with Ireland in Dublin, after a disciplinary committee overturned Franco Mostert's controversial red card against Italy last weekend. 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
'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
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
