Newly crowned World Rugby Player of the Year Malcolm Marx praised the Springboks’ fight in their 24-13 win over Ireland in Dublin on Saturday.
It is the Boks’ first win at the Aviva Stadium since 2012 and keeps them on track for an unbeaten year-end tour.
The world champions close out their 2025 season against Wales at the Millennium Stadium next Saturday.
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A bloodied Marx acknowledged that the Boks failed to capitalise on their territorial dominance, particularly in the second half, but credited the squad’s determination to secure the win.
“We got some good success at the set-piece, but at times when we were down in their half in the second half, we weren’t as successful as we would have liked.
“Very happy with the way the guys fought and the character they showed throughout the last couple of weeks, and especially this week, to come up and get the win.”
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Marx also praised Ireland’s fight – even when reduced to 12 men.
“I think the character that they showed was immense,” Marx said. “Having 12 guys on the field and still keeping us out for a good number of minutes just shows the character and how strong of a bond they have as a team.”
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