Tag: Autumn Internationals
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Wales Deputies Ready to Step Up as Springboks Loom: Joe Hawkins and the Autumn Test Challenge
From exile to responsibility: Joe Hawkins leads Wales into uncharted autumn waters Joe Hawkins has traveled a remarkable journey through the rugby landscape, moving from a deliberate exile in Exeter to becoming a central figure for a Wales side trying to patch gaps left by England-based players. As Steve Tandy’s squad closes its autumn campaign,…
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Joe Hawkins: Wales Deputies Ready to Step Up Against Springboks
Wales count on a new generation as they prepare to face the Springboks Joe Hawkins has become one of the most talked-about names in Welsh rugby after a remarkable turnaround that saw him leave international exile in Exeter for a leading role with Wales back at home. As Wales end their autumn campaign with a…
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Joe Hawkins Leads Wales Against South Africa: Autumn Test Preview
Joe Hawkins Returns as Wales Seek Stability Joe Hawkins’ journey from club exile to international starter embodies a broader Wales reset for the autumn internationals. With several England-based players unavailable or rotated, coach Steve Tandy has leaned on home-grown form and emerging talents to fill the gaps. Hawkins, whose experiences at Exeter shaped his development,…
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Ireland 13-24 South Africa: Five Cards Doom Irish in Chaotic Dublin Test
Chaotic Dublin Test Sets the Tone In a bruising autumn clash at the Aviva Stadium, Ireland struggled to sustain momentum as South Africa delivered a power-packed performance that sealed a 24-13 win. The game saw a frenetic tempo from the Springboks, punctuated by physical contests, handling errors, and a string of penalties that left Irish…
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Ireland 13-24 South Africa: Chaotic Dublin Test Ends in Springboks Victory
Match overview: a bruising autumn Test in Dublin Ireland hosted South Africa in a chaotic, bruising autumn Test that swung on discipline as much as brutality. The Springboks produced a power-packed performance to secure a 24-13 victory, their first win in Dublin since 2012. A match shaped by physical power, aerial battles, and costly infractions…
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Springboks edge Ireland in dramatic Dublin test
Springboks clinch a dramatic Dublin win over Ireland The Springboks secured a hard-fought 24-13 victory in Dublin, a performance packed with tension, discipline challenges, and a late surge that kept fans on the edge of their seats. It was billed as the weekend’s most anticipated northern-hemisphere clash, and the drama delivered with a flurry of…
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Ireland v South Africa: Springboks land title shot as Ireland pay for indiscipline
Irish Autumn Ends in Defeat to World Champions Ireland’s autumn campaign concludes with a chastening 24-13 defeat to the Springboks at a sunlit Aviva Stadium. The result, underpinned by South Africa’s measured discipline and clinical execution, caps a series where the home side paid a price for indiscipline and crucial errors at key moments. The…
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Ireland suffer late slip-up as Springboks claim top spot with disciplined display at Lansdowne Road
Overview: Springboks edge past Ireland to confirm title contention Ireland’s autumn series concluded with a chastening defeat as the reigning World Champions, South Africa, visited Lansdowne Road and left Dublin with a 24-13 victory. The scoreboard tells only part of the story: a win built on relentless discipline, penalty pressure, and clinical execution from the…
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Ireland v South Africa: World champions punish ill-discipline
World champions assert dominance as Ireland fall short In a clash that pitted Ireland against the current World champions, the Springboks left Dublin with a 24-13 victory that underscored the impact of ill-discipline and composure. On a damp autumn evening at the Aviva Stadium, Ireland paid the price for costly penalties and indiscipline, with South…
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All Blacks v Wales: Final Test of the Year in Cardiff
All Blacks vs Wales: A Year-End Test in Cardiff The All Blacks head to Cardiff for their final test of the year, facing a Wales side eager to close out the campaign with a memorable performance. New Zealand coach Scott Robertson has opted for a sweeping overhaul, naming 13 changes to the starting XV. Only…