Ringrose ready for 'the biggest game in Irish history' against Boks in Durban

Bundee Aki, who has given way, sustained a shoulder injury and although he was close to selection, didn’t quite make it on a fitness front.

BIGGEST GAME IN IRISH HISTORY: Ireland meet the Springboks in the second Test at Kings Park in Durban and have the chance to end the season on a high while avoiding a back-to-back defeat for the first time since 2021. Pic: ©INPHO/Dan Sheridan

Ireland, and particularly centre Garry Ringrose, will take coach Andy Farrell’s mantra to heart – “the biggest game in Irish rugby’s history is always the next one.” Ireland meet the Springboks in the second Test at Kings Park in Durban and have the chance to end the season on a high while avoiding a back-to-back defeat for the first time since 2021.

Ringrose will have the chance to test the Springboks’ midfield from the first minute after being named to start in Durban.