Tag: South Africa rugby
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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’s Street-Fight Strategy Draws Mixed Reviews from SA Media
Introduction: Ireland’s Approach Under Scrutiny The aftermath of Ireland’s clash with South Africa has sparked a spirited debate among South African media and rugby fans. Critics have labeled Ireland’s performance as a deliberate descent into a “street-fight” mentality, a contrast to the more polished, possession-based systems Ireland has often relied on this season. While the…
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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: Five-Card Ireland Fall to Springboks in Dublin Scramble
Overview: Springboks deny Ireland at a volatile Dublin Test In a match defined by physicality, discipline and momentum swings, South Africa edged Ireland 24-13 in a chaotic autumn Test in Dublin. The Springboks, displaying their usual power-packed forward game and clinical finishing, weathered a high-intensity Irish challenge and capitalized on visitors’ indiscipline to secure their…
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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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Rassie Erasmus admits he didn’t expect SA’s dominant win over Japan at Wembley
South Africa overpower Japan in Wembley opener South Africa opened their end-of-year tour with a commanding 61-7 victory over Japan at Wembley Stadium, a result that reflected both the Springboks’ ruthless efficiency and the growing depth across the squad. Head coach Rassie Erasmus lauded the team’s physicality, intensity, and respect for the opposition as key…