There were huge positives in the win over South Africa but many performance areas need to be improved if Ireland are to go as far as they wish
South Africa
Ireland and Munster outhalf came off the bench and kicked three points under pressure to extend Ireland’s narrow lead in their Rugby World Cup win over South Africa. Further adventures lies ahead
The Rugby World Cup has shown that Australia’s appointment of Eddie Jones was an even bigger mistake than initially thought
Ireland v South Africa at the Rugby World Cup: Irish forward has played flanker and lock and is currently among Ireland’s highest try scorers
Ireland v South Africa at the Rugby World Cup - The Offload: Splendid defensive breakdown at Rugby World Cup work derails Boks; versatile Eddie Jones; Ian Madigan rocks on; Rassie Erasmus; and a numbers game
Ireland v South Africa: James Lowe sees in the Springboks pretty much what everyone else does: physical strength, blazing line speed and an intention to play the game in a certain way
Saturday night’s winners will add to their form, confidence and momentum
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Matt Williams: Ireland will have to get two scores ahead as early as possible if they are to beat the Springboks on Saturday
The Springboks’ talented outhalf has been criticised for his place-kicking but is confident his team will be at their best against Ireland on Saturday in the Rugby World Cup
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Ireland number eight Caelan Doris is braced for impact with huge Springboks in Saturday’s crucial Rugby World Cup clash
The former Ireland international is aiming to win his second Rugby World Cup with the Springboks - before joining England
South Africa expected to heavily rotate their squad for their second Rugby World Cup match against Romania this weekend
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