South Africa clinch series with win over Ireland

South Africa clinched a Test series victory over Ireland in dramatic fashion in Port Elizabeth as they produced a brilliant defensive effort to deny Ireland at the death and hold on for a 19-13 win.

South Africa clinch series with win over Ireland

South Africa clinched a Test series victory over Ireland in dramatic fashion in Port Elizabeth as they produced a brilliant defensive effort to deny Ireland at the death and hold on for a 19-13 win.

Despite dominating possession and territory, Ireland could not break the Springboks down as a result of some superb tackling and their own inaccuracy in crucial moments at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium.

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