SOUTH-AFRICA

Rassie Erasmus

Erasmus reflects on Springboks' loss: 'We can't make excuses for our first half'

The Springboks could do nothing but take their heartbreaking 25-24 loss to Ireland on the chin, as coach Rassie Erasmus admitted they simply weren't good enough in the first half.

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Siya Kolisi: Boks playing for South Africa in high-stakes Ireland series decider

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi says the team is playing for all South Africans when they take on Ireland in Saturday's massive series decider in Durban.

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Ireland boss Andy Farrell praises Springboks' depth and quality as 'best ever'

Andy Farrell expects world champions South Africa to be "twice as good" during the second Test in Durban but believes Ireland can still salvage a series draw.

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Franco Mostert: Nothing less than the Boks' best required to seal Ireland win

Franco Mostert has called for an exceptional team effort and a better performance in the breakdowns and mauls as the Springboks look to seal a series victory over Ireland in Durban.

Ronan Kelleher

Ireland not dwelling on missed chances as they look to bounce back in Durban

Hooker Ronan Kelleher insists Ireland are not dwelling on the frustrations of their first Test defeat to South Africa as he prepares to start Saturday's series finale in Durban.

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Springboks name record-breaking XV for showdown with Ireland at Kings Park

Rassie Erasmus named the most experienced team in Springbok history when he retained the exact same 23-man matchday squad to face Ireland in the second Test in Durban on Saturday.

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