Irish rugby needs the boost of a victory over South Africa on home soil

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has signalled clear intent by naming twelve of the players that started last year’s World Cup final for this opening Test.

Fri, 05 Jul, 2024 - 09:30

Derek daly

IRELAND face South Africa in the opening game of their two-Test Series in Pretoria on Saturday knowing that it will take an almighty effort to extend their run of three wins over the current world champions.

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has signalled clear intent by naming twelve of the players that started last year’s World Cup final for this opening Test.