Pollard starts for Springboks against Tonga Handre Pollard will start at out-half in one of 12 changes for South Africa in their must-win Rugby World Cup Pool B clash against Tonga in Marseille on Sunday. Rugby • 27 Sep 23
Pollard starts for Springboks against Tonga Handre Pollard will start at out-half in one of 12 changes for South Africa in their must-win Rugby World Cup Pool B clash against Tonga in Marseille on Sunday. Rugby • 27 Sep 23
Ireland target 'tidy up' ahead of Scotland showdown Prop Finlay Bealham feels Ireland have "lots to tidy up" ahead of a crunch Rugby World Cup clash with rivals Scotland. Rugby • 27 Sep 23
Ireland target 'tidy up' ahead of Scotland showdown Prop Finlay Bealham feels Ireland have "lots to tidy up" ahead of a crunch Rugby World Cup clash with rivals Scotland. Rugby • 27 Sep 23
Sheehan in 'perfect' condition for rest of World Cup First-choice Ireland hooker Dan Sheehan is raring to go for the remainder of the Rugby World Cup after declaring his body is in "perfect" condition. Rugby • 26 Sep 23
Sheehan in 'perfect' condition for rest of World Cup First-choice Ireland hooker Dan Sheehan is raring to go for the remainder of the Rugby World Cup after declaring his body is in "perfect" condition. Rugby • 26 Sep 23
Keenan reveals nerves ahead of Boks battle Hugo Keenan has admitted that nerves got to him in the week before Ireland's World Cup win over South Africa. Rugby • 27 Sep 23
Keenan reveals nerves ahead of Boks battle Hugo Keenan has admitted that nerves got to him in the week before Ireland's World Cup win over South Africa. Rugby • 27 Sep 23
Cave: South Africa magic moment mustn't haunt Ireland RTÉ rugby analyst Darren Cave has warned Ireland that they could become known worldwide as "the team that celebrated winning a group game" if they don't back up Saturday night's famous World Cup win over South Africa. Rugby • 25 Sep 23
Cave: South Africa magic moment mustn't haunt Ireland RTÉ rugby analyst Darren Cave has warned Ireland that they could become known worldwide as "the team that celebrated winning a group game" if they don't back up Saturday night's famous World Cup win over South Africa. Rugby • 25 Sep 23
Ferris: I'm still saying Ireland will win the World Cup Stephen Ferris speaks to RTÉ 2fm's Game On about what he thinks would happen if Ireland and South Africa were to be reunited in the Rugby World Cup final. Rugby • 26 Sep 23
Ferris: I'm still saying Ireland will win the World Cup Stephen Ferris speaks to RTÉ 2fm's Game On about what he thinks would happen if Ireland and South Africa were to be reunited in the Rugby World Cup final. Rugby • 26 Sep 23
Low tackle school pays off for Ireland Ireland's defence held firm and despite a series of spectacular hits, it was the old-school basics that played a major role. Rugby • 25 Sep 23
Low tackle school pays off for Ireland Ireland's defence held firm and despite a series of spectacular hits, it was the old-school basics that played a major role. Rugby • 25 Sep 23
Ireland's win over South Africa draws 1.2m viewers Ireland's Rugby World Cup Pool B win over reigning world champions South Africa in the Stade de France on Saturday night saw an average audience of 1.2 million watching on RTÉ2. Rugby • 25 Sep 23
Ireland's win over South Africa draws 1.2m viewers Ireland's Rugby World Cup Pool B win over reigning world champions South Africa in the Stade de France on Saturday night saw an average audience of 1.2 million watching on RTÉ2. Rugby • 25 Sep 23
Buzzer-beater Crowley counted on Lowe timing Between plot twists, bomb squads and countdowns, Ireland's win over South Africa was always going to be a thriller and Jack Crowley was there when the credits rolled. Rugby • 26 Sep 23
Buzzer-beater Crowley counted on Lowe timing Between plot twists, bomb squads and countdowns, Ireland's win over South Africa was always going to be a thriller and Jack Crowley was there when the credits rolled. Rugby • 26 Sep 23
Springboks shocked by Irish breakdown bite - Snyman Munster lock RG Snyman was left to rue South Africa's missed chances as the world champions fell to defeat to Ireland on Saturday night. Rugby World Cup • 25 Sep 23
Springboks shocked by Irish breakdown bite - Snyman Munster lock RG Snyman was left to rue South Africa's missed chances as the world champions fell to defeat to Ireland on Saturday night. Rugby World Cup • 25 Sep 23
Bruising Boks win will stand to Ireland - Easterby Ireland's hard-fought win over world champions South Africa will only increase the team's belief and confidence, says defence coach Simon Easterby. Rugby World Cup • 25 Sep 23
Bruising Boks win will stand to Ireland - Easterby Ireland's hard-fought win over world champions South Africa will only increase the team's belief and confidence, says defence coach Simon Easterby. Rugby World Cup • 25 Sep 23
Sheehan savours timely return for role in Boks epic Injury meant Dan Sheehan had to wait in the wings at the start of Ireland's Rugby World Cup campaign but the hooker struck a decidely content figure after returning to feature in the enthralling pool victory over reigning world champions South Africa. Rugby World Cup • 24 Sep 23
Sheehan savours timely return for role in Boks epic Injury meant Dan Sheehan had to wait in the wings at the start of Ireland's Rugby World Cup campaign but the hooker struck a decidely content figure after returning to feature in the enthralling pool victory over reigning world champions South Africa. Rugby World Cup • 24 Sep 23
'We didn't do the dog on it' - Ireland savour victory Ireland have no immediate injury concerns following last night's World Cup win over South Africa. Rugby • 24 Sep 23
'We didn't do the dog on it' - Ireland savour victory Ireland have no immediate injury concerns following last night's World Cup win over South Africa. Rugby • 24 Sep 23
'Let's be honest, it's wonderful to win' - Farrell Andy Farrell hailed his team's resilience as Ireland came up trumps against the world champions in Paris last night. Rugby • 24 Sep 23
'Let's be honest, it's wonderful to win' - Farrell Andy Farrell hailed his team's resilience as Ireland came up trumps against the world champions in Paris last night. Rugby • 24 Sep 23
Ireland get better of Springboks after titanic tussle Ireland took a massive step towards topping World Cup Pool B with a thrilling 13-8 victory over champions South Africa in Paris. Rugby • 24 Sep 23
Ireland get better of Springboks after titanic tussle Ireland took a massive step towards topping World Cup Pool B with a thrilling 13-8 victory over champions South Africa in Paris. Rugby • 24 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
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
