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Olympics Sevens: Fiji end Ireland's journey as hosts France surge into last four

Ireland saw their Olympics 2024 hopes ended by Fiji before Antoine Dupont led hosts France into the semi-finals.

Ciaran Frawley

Ireland rookie Ciaran Frawley can't explain drop-goal heroics: 'It's mental'

Ireland rookie Ciaran Frawley revelled in his match-winning contribution after landing a last-gasp drop goal to stun world champions South Africa in Durban.

Springbok prop Ox Nche

OX Nche honoured to inspire through Springboks

Springbok prop Retshegofaditswe 'Ox' Nche says inspiring the next generation of players from black communities is an honour and hopes to continue to impact them through his job as a professional rugby player.

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.

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu

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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