Ireland kicked off their November series with an impressive (albeit tight) win over a South African team that were out for blood. The Springboks have come under intense scrutiny lately, but that's what happens when you're the reigning world champions; everyone else wants to knock you off your perch. The fact that Ireland managed to … Continue reading Marker
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The Wall
Ireland have achieved some remarkable things since coming good under Andy Farrell and co. against England in March of 2021, but there remains a question mark over whether their attack-minded style of play works against a team who have a bigger pack, a suffocating defence and an aggressive territorial kicking game. Their recent victories over … Continue reading The Wall
Foot On The Throat
Playing Them At Their Own Game One team can’t beat another by 35 points without dominating them in every department, and such was the case with Ireland’s record win over South Africa on Saturday evening. As with any big win in rugby, it all started up front, with Ireland putting it up to South … Continue reading Foot On The Throat
Ireland v South Africa: Match Preview
The Springboks have endured a tumultuous 2017, from the highs of whitewashing France in June and coming within a dreadful refereeing decision of a win over New Zealand in Cape Town, to the lows of a humiliating 57-0 defeat to the same opposition in Albany and two frustrating draws with the Wallabies. You get … Continue reading Ireland v South Africa: Match Preview
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