Doris turns Farrell’s tough love into fuel

Caelan Doris says Ireland have deliberately tapped into the sting of Andy Farrell’s infamous 2024 “bollocking” as they prepare for a ferocious reunion with the Springboks. Ireland’s captain leads his side into their final Test of 2025 at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday...

All Blacks in no-win situation against Wales

The All Blacks head into Saturday’s Test in Cardiff carrying all the pressure, despite having won as many matches on their autumn tour as Wales have managed since the 2023 World Cup. Scott Robertson’s side arrived in the UK with hopes of completing a rare Grand Slam,...

Siya: Boks want to play with 15 men

Captain Siya Kolisi says the Springboks are desperate to finish Saturday’s match against Ireland in Dublin with 15 men. The Boks beat France 32-17 in Paris despite having to play the entire second half with 14 men after lock Lood de Jager was given a straight red card...

Bok assistant: Ireland success decades in making

Springbok assistant coach Felix Jones says Ireland’s sustained excellence is no accident. Offering a detailed breakdown of why Ireland have become one of the world’s most formidable Test teams, Irishman Jones said: “They’ve been in and around one, two or three in the...

Rassie: Sacha will get a snotklap

Rassie Erasmus says flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu could experience a “different level” of pressure when the Springboks face Ireland in Dublin on Saturday. The 23-year-old will wear the No 10 jersey for the fifth time this season as the Boks look to end a 13-year...

Siya calls for action on GBV

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi says meaningful change in addressing gender-based violence will only come through real action and collective responsibility. Speaking on the eve of the Boks’ crunch match against Ireland in Dublin, Kolisi welcomed President Cyril...