Namibia valiant in defeat

Namibia produced a strong performance as they went down 17-13 to Canada in Colwyn Bay on Friday.

Jean: Boks must kick on

Jean de Villiers says the Springboks must improve their kicking and game management if they are to beat a dangerous Ireland side this Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI in Dublin.

Injuries forced Schmidt to gamble

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt selected Robbie Henshaw and Jared Payne in midfield because of a dearth of available alternatives, reports JON CARDINELLI in Dublin.

Matfield must win lineout battle

The Springboks will dominate the scrum and breakdown this Saturday but Victor Matfield’s performance at the lineout will be key to a big victory, writes JON CARDINELLI in Dublin.