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Handre Pollard set for emotional return to Springbok action after World Cup triumph

Handre Pollard admits he can't wait to return to action for the Springboks in his first appearance since lifting the Rugby World Cup trophy in France.

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Kolbe stresses accuracy and enjoyment as Springboks look to break Ireland jinx

Cheslin Kolbe says the Springboks will need to be accurate in their execution if they are to beat Ireland on Saturday - but also stressed the importance of enjoying the occasion.

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Andy Farrell names Ireland team to face Springboks in Pretoria

Head coach Andy Farrell has named the Ireland match-day squad to face South Africa in Saturday's first Test at Loftus Versfeld Stadium.

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Springboks focused on present, not past, ahead of Ireland clash, says Erasmus

Rassie Erasmus says that the Springboks aren't looking for revenge as they prepare to face Ireland in the first of two blockbuster Tests on home soil.

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World Cup heroes return as Springboks bank on experience against Ireland

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus wasted little time in returning to his tried and trusted World Cup heroes for Saturday's massive clash against Ireland at Loftus Versfeld.

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Tony Brown and Grant Williams expecting intense battle as Boks face Ireland

Springbok backline coach Tony Brown and scrumhalf Grant Williams are both expecting Ireland to come out guns blazing in Pretoria on Saturday.

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