‘Nothing friendly about Dublin Test’
What the Irish newspapers are saying on Saturday about the Test against the Springboks and the 2023 World Cup bid.
Midfield braces for Aki impact
Jesse Kriel feels that the Springboks have what it takes to keep Ireland’s hulking centres Bundee Aki and Robbie Henshaw in check on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI in Dublin reports.
Preview: Ireland vs Springboks
The Springboks’ game management skills will be under scrutiny when they front a pragmatic yet polished Ireland side on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI in Dublin.
Opportunity knocks for De Allende
Damian de Allende must make the most of his starting opportunities in what should be a watershed tour for the 25-year-old, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
‘Ollie should keep his mouth shut’
What the Irish newspapers are saying on Friday about the Test against the Springboks and the 2023 World Cup bid.
‘Away win is within reach’
Siya Kolisi says the Springboks are desperate to claim their first win in the northern hemisphere since 2015. JON CARDINELLI in Dublin reports.
Boks strike back-row balance
Allister Coetzee has expressed confidence in the balance of the Springbok back row ahead of the crunch clash against Ireland on Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI in Dublin.
Coetzee installs Ireland as favourites
Allister Coetzee’s selections as much as his press conference offerings have handed Ireland the advantage ahead of the tour-defining clash on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI in Dublin.
Test teams (Week 1)
Take a look at who’s playing international rugby this weekend before you make your SuperBru and Fantasy League picks.
Watch: Springbok press conference
What Allister Coetzee, Eben Etzebeth and Siya Kolisi had to say after Thursday’s team announcement in Dublin.
