Kolisi: We Have To Be At Our Best Against Ireland
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi and Irish-born assistant coach Felix Jones said they have to be at their best against Ireland at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday.
Snyman Strikes 50 As Boks Opt For Experience Against Ireland
Towering lock RG Snyman will join the select group of players to earn 50 Test caps for South Africa when the Springboks run out at the Aviva Stadium against Ireland on Saturday, in a matchday squad that reflects only two personnel changes to the team that defeated France 32-17 two weeks ago.
Determined Rassie Desperate To End Dublin Drought
Decorated Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus appeared determined to set the record straight as he prepares to take his World Cup-winning team to the Aviva Stadium in Dublin — a venue where he admitted he has never won as a coach.
Boks Duo: No Grudge Match Against Ireland
Springbok duo Thomas du Toit and Grant Williams insist that Saturday’s clash against Ireland is not a grudge match, despite the high-stakes nature of the upcoming showdown at the Aviva Stadium — a venue where the four-time world champions are yet to win under head coach Rassie Erasmus.
Mostert Red Rescinded – Eligible For Ireland Test
Springbok lock Franco Mostert’s red card against Italy has been rescinded by the Six Nations disciplinary committee.
Kolbe Urges South Africa To Capitalise On Their Chances
Springbok winger Chelsin Kolbe has dismissed the idea that South Africa’s long-running drought against Ireland in Dublin – with South Africa last winning there in 2012 – is something weighing on the squad.
Stick Adamant Springboks Not Treated Fairly
Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick has hinted that both Franco Mostert and Lood de Jager will be available to face Ireland on Saturday, revealing that Mostert will face a disciplinary hearing. At the same time, de Jager will also appeal his suspension.
Boks To Face England, Scotland For The New Nations Championship
The Springboks will host England, Scotland, and Wales in July 2026 as the new Nations Championship launches with a northern invasion of the southern hemisphere, where every match will count as teams aim to finish the season as the top Test side on the planet.
Etzebeth Eager To Change Boks’ Fortunes Against Ireland
Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth says the Boks are looking forward to Saturday’s showdown against Ireland at the Aviva Stadium and added that it would be a “nice opportunity” to try to change their fortunes in Dublin, where they last won a Test in 2012.
Erasmus Not Sure What To Do About Red Cards
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi and coach Rassie Erasmus praised the team’s fighting spirit to beat Italy in their Tour Test at the Allianz Stadium in Turin on Saturday, but were left perplexed after receiving an early red card for the second week in a row.