SPRINGBOKS

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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Springboks' second-half surge falls short as Frawley seals dramatic Irish win

A superb second-half fightback from the Springboks wasn't enough as Ciaran Frawley converted two late drop goals to hand Ireland a thrilling 25-24 victory.

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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.

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SA Rugby supports SABC's decision to suspend Springbok-Ireland broadcasts

The South African Rugby Union (SARU) said it is in full support of the South African Broadcasting Corporation's (SABC) decision to suspend its planned broadcast of the Springbok-Ireland Test matches.