Preview: Ireland ready to rise to 'Boks challenge Ireland have risen to almost every challenge laid down in the last four years and will be hopeful that another assured performance against South Africa can keep their World Cup bid on track, writes Michael Glennon. Rugby • 23 Sep 23
Preview: Ireland ready to rise to 'Boks challenge Ireland have risen to almost every challenge laid down in the last four years and will be hopeful that another assured performance against South Africa can keep their World Cup bid on track, writes Michael Glennon. Rugby • 23 Sep 23
'Heart of the pack' Etzebeth can swing it - Matfield No Handre Pollard, no Malcolm Marx, no Lukhanyo Am, no problem, says former Springboks forward Victor Matfield of injury-hit but still powerful South Africa. Rugby • 23 Sep 23
'Heart of the pack' Etzebeth can swing it - Matfield No Handre Pollard, no Malcolm Marx, no Lukhanyo Am, no problem, says former Springboks forward Victor Matfield of injury-hit but still powerful South Africa. Rugby • 23 Sep 23
Lenihan: I give Ireland the edge in game fit for final The Irish presence in Paris has been picking up over the last few days and the South Africa game is one that Ireland have been gearing for since they beat England on 18 March to win the Grand Slam, says Donal Lenihan. Rugby World Cup • 22 Sep 23
Lenihan: I give Ireland the edge in game fit for final The Irish presence in Paris has been picking up over the last few days and the South Africa game is one that Ireland have been gearing for since they beat England on 18 March to win the Grand Slam, says Donal Lenihan. Rugby World Cup • 22 Sep 23
Sexton: Where else would you rather be? Johnny Sexton is trying to play the "it's just another game" card but it's hard to keep the lid on the excitement as Ireland prepare to take on the Springboks. Rugby • 22 Sep 23
Sexton: Where else would you rather be? Johnny Sexton is trying to play the "it's just another game" card but it's hard to keep the lid on the excitement as Ireland prepare to take on the Springboks. Rugby • 22 Sep 23
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. Rugby • 22 Sep 23
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. Rugby • 22 Sep 23
Farrell sticks to his guns, how Ireland can attack Boks Neil Treacy is joined by Lyon coach and former Scotland attack coach AB Zondagh, as well as Bernard Jackman ahead of Ireland's RWC meeting with South Africa. Rugby • 22 Sep 23
Farrell sticks to his guns, how Ireland can attack Boks Neil Treacy is joined by Lyon coach and former Scotland attack coach AB Zondagh, as well as Bernard Jackman ahead of Ireland's RWC meeting with South Africa. Rugby • 22 Sep 23
'I love it' - Farrell admires Boks forward-thinking Andy Farrell is welcoming the challenge posed by South Africa's 'bomb squad' but says his focus is on his Ireland squad. Rugby • 21 Sep 23
'I love it' - Farrell admires Boks forward-thinking Andy Farrell is welcoming the challenge posed by South Africa's 'bomb squad' but says his focus is on his Ireland squad. Rugby • 21 Sep 23
Updated Gibson-Park returns for Ireland with Sheehan on bench Jamison Gibson-Park has been named in the Ireland side to take on South Africa as Andy Farrell made just one change to his starting team to take on the world champions in Paris on Saturday night. Rugby • 21 Sep 23
Updated Gibson-Park returns for Ireland with Sheehan on bench Jamison Gibson-Park has been named in the Ireland side to take on South Africa as Andy Farrell made just one change to his starting team to take on the world champions in Paris on Saturday night. Rugby • 21 Sep 23
South Africa v Ireland: All you need to know Team news, TV and radio coverage and everything else you need to know ahead of Ireland's crunch Rugby World Cup Pool B meeting with South Africa at Stade de France Rugby • 22 Sep 23
South Africa v Ireland: All you need to know Team news, TV and radio coverage and everything else you need to know ahead of Ireland's crunch Rugby World Cup Pool B meeting with South Africa at Stade de France Rugby • 22 Sep 23
Springboks 7:1 split a risk worth taking - Kolbe South Africa know there is a risk to their 7:1 split between forwards a backs on the bench for the crunch Pool B clash with Ireland at the World Cup on Saturday, but versatility within the team makes it a calculated one, according to wing Cheslin Kolbe. Rugby • 20 Sep 23
Springboks 7:1 split a risk worth taking - Kolbe South Africa know there is a risk to their 7:1 split between forwards a backs on the bench for the crunch Pool B clash with Ireland at the World Cup on Saturday, but versatility within the team makes it a calculated one, according to wing Cheslin Kolbe. Rugby • 20 Sep 23
Doris: 7:1 'Boks bench split won't affect Ireland plan Caelan Doris doesn't believe South Africa's 7:1 bench split means Ireland have to adjust their game plan. Rugby World Cup • 20 Sep 23
Doris: 7:1 'Boks bench split won't affect Ireland plan Caelan Doris doesn't believe South Africa's 7:1 bench split means Ireland have to adjust their game plan. Rugby World Cup • 20 Sep 23
Crowley inspired by Sexton, not chasing records Jack Crowley says it's far too early in his career to start thinking about chasing down Johnny Sexton's scoring records. Rugby • 19 Sep 23
Crowley inspired by Sexton, not chasing records Jack Crowley says it's far too early in his career to start thinking about chasing down Johnny Sexton's scoring records. Rugby • 19 Sep 23
Kleyn and Snyman among seven forwards on Boks bench Former Ireland international Jean Kleyn has been named in the South Africa squad for Saturday's Rugby World Cup Pool B meeting on Saturday, with the Munster lock among seven forwards on the Springbok bench. Rugby • 21 Sep 23
Kleyn and Snyman among seven forwards on Boks bench Former Ireland international Jean Kleyn has been named in the South Africa squad for Saturday's Rugby World Cup Pool B meeting on Saturday, with the Munster lock among seven forwards on the Springbok bench. Rugby • 21 Sep 23
Updated Bealham cleared, Conan and Sheehan step up training Jack Conan, Finlay Bealham and Dan Sheehan all took part in training today in Tours as Ireland prepare for their World Cup clash against South Africa on Saturday. Rugby • 19 Sep 23
Updated Bealham cleared, Conan and Sheehan step up training Jack Conan, Finlay Bealham and Dan Sheehan all took part in training today in Tours as Ireland prepare for their World Cup clash against South Africa on Saturday. Rugby • 19 Sep 23
'Friends say Ireland are our bogey team' - Erasmus Ireland have beaten South Africa in the last two meetings and Rassie Erasmus mused over the suggestion that Andy Farrell's side are his "bogey team". Rugby • 19 Sep 23
'Friends say Ireland are our bogey team' - Erasmus Ireland have beaten South Africa in the last two meetings and Rassie Erasmus mused over the suggestion that Andy Farrell's side are his "bogey team". Rugby • 19 Sep 23
Erasmus adamant Pollard won't play against Ireland Out-half Handre Pollard will not play for South Africa against Ireland, says Springboks director of rugby Rassie Erasmus, while lock Eben Etzebeth is on course for the World Cup clash on Saturday. Rugby • 18 Sep 23
Erasmus adamant Pollard won't play against Ireland Out-half Handre Pollard will not play for South Africa against Ireland, says Springboks director of rugby Rassie Erasmus, while lock Eben Etzebeth is on course for the World Cup clash on Saturday. Rugby • 18 Sep 23
Nienaber proud of Boks defence ahead of Ireland clash South Africa's defence will be one of the key challenges Ireland will need to overcome in Saturday's blockbuster Rugby World Cup pool stage clash, with Springboks head coach Jacques Nienaber highlighting the pride they take in their defensive structure. Rugby World Cup • 18 Sep 23
Nienaber proud of Boks defence ahead of Ireland clash South Africa's defence will be one of the key challenges Ireland will need to overcome in Saturday's blockbuster Rugby World Cup pool stage clash, with Springboks head coach Jacques Nienaber highlighting the pride they take in their defensive structure. Rugby World Cup • 18 Sep 23
Ireland 'flowing' nicely as Springboks showdown looms As Ireland gear up for a huge showdown against South Africa, Andy Farrell can be pleased with his side's progress. Rugby • 18 Sep 23
Ireland 'flowing' nicely as Springboks showdown looms As Ireland gear up for a huge showdown against South Africa, Andy Farrell can be pleased with his side's progress. Rugby • 18 Sep 23
Casey urges Sexton to make Munster move post World Cup World Cup debutant Craig Casey joked that soon-to-be-retired Johnny Sexton might join Leinster rivals Munster in the wake of the skipper breaking the all-time points record for Ireland. Rugby • 17 Sep 23
Casey urges Sexton to make Munster move post World Cup World Cup debutant Craig Casey joked that soon-to-be-retired Johnny Sexton might join Leinster rivals Munster in the wake of the skipper breaking the all-time points record for Ireland. Rugby • 17 Sep 23
Sexton eyes 'huge challenge' from South Africa Ireland captain Johnny Sexton will continue to let his performances do the talking after warming up for world champions South Africa with another record-breaking display. Rugby • 17 Sep 23
Sexton eyes 'huge challenge' from South Africa Ireland captain Johnny Sexton will continue to let his performances do the talking after warming up for world champions South Africa with another record-breaking display. Rugby • 17 Sep 23
Four scrum-halves in Springboks squad for Romania South Africa coach Jacques Nienaber has made 14 changes to his side for the Rugby World Cup clash with minnows Romania in Bordeaux on Sunday. Rugby • 13 Sep 23
Four scrum-halves in Springboks squad for Romania South Africa coach Jacques Nienaber has made 14 changes to his side for the Rugby World Cup clash with minnows Romania in Bordeaux on Sunday. Rugby • 13 Sep 23
Erasmus expects to have Etzebeth back for Ireland clash South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth has been ruled out for seven to 10 days with a shoulder injury, director of rugby Rassie Erasmus said on Monday, but is expected to recover for their Rugby World Cup Pool B clash with Ireland on 23 September. Rugby • 11 Sep 23
Erasmus expects to have Etzebeth back for Ireland clash South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth has been ruled out for seven to 10 days with a shoulder injury, director of rugby Rassie Erasmus said on Monday, but is expected to recover for their Rugby World Cup Pool B clash with Ireland on 23 September. Rugby • 11 Sep 23
South Africa pick Willemse for World Cup opener South Africa have selected Damian Willemse at fullback and opted for a 6-2 split between forwards and backs on the bench for the opening game of their Rugby World Cup defence against Scotland in Marseille on Sunday. Rugby • 06 Sep 23
South Africa pick Willemse for World Cup opener South Africa have selected Damian Willemse at fullback and opted for a 6-2 split between forwards and backs on the bench for the opening game of their Rugby World Cup defence against Scotland in Marseille on Sunday. Rugby • 06 Sep 23
Springboks coach expects fine margins to decide RWC The Rugby World Cup in France is set to be the most open in history, according to South Africa coach Jacques Nienaber, who says his Springbok side are better prepared now than when they lifted the trophy in Japan four years ago. Rugby • 01 Sep 23
Springboks coach expects fine margins to decide RWC The Rugby World Cup in France is set to be the most open in history, according to South Africa coach Jacques Nienaber, who says his Springbok side are better prepared now than when they lifted the trophy in Japan four years ago. Rugby • 01 Sep 23
Jones backs Springboks' forwards 'innovation' Australia are unlikely to copy South Africa's forward-based game plan at the Rugby World Cup, but coach Eddie Jones says the Springboks' "bold and courageous" use of their bench should be viewed as innovation and not a threat to the game. Rugby • 31 Aug 23
Jones backs Springboks' forwards 'innovation' Australia are unlikely to copy South Africa's forward-based game plan at the Rugby World Cup, but coach Eddie Jones says the Springboks' "bold and courageous" use of their bench should be viewed as innovation and not a threat to the game. Rugby • 31 Aug 23
