IRELAND

Garry Ringrose

Irish star relishing challenge of facing the World Champion Springboks

Ireland's Garry Ringrose is under no illusions as to the challenge that lies ahead in their two-match tour of South Africa.

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Siya Kolisi and Handre Pollard return as Springboks name squad to face Ireland

The Springboks are back at full strength barring a few key injuries as Rassie Erasmus revealed his expanded squad to tackle Ireland in two mouthwatering Test matches next month.

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Ireland assistant coach plays down Springbok chatter

Ireland assistant coach Mike Catt dismissed the verbal barbs fired from the South Africa camp ahead of next month's tantalising two-match series.

Cheslin Kolbe

Cheslin Kolbe lays down the challenge for Ireland series

Springbok winger Cheslin Kolbe is the latest Bok to offer his comments on the highly anticipated Ireland series.

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For Damian de Allende, the Ireland Tests are about respect

Springbok centre Damian de Allende wants to put some respect back in the green and gold jersey during the upcoming Ireland series.

Lood de Jager

Springboks sweating on availability of key locks ahead of start of season

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus looks set to be a bit thin in the second-row department for the upcoming internationals against Wales, Ireland and Portugal.

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