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# South Africa

This week
3rd December 2023 - 8th December 2023
Richard Boyd Barrett defends remarks labelling Israel a ‘filthy, racist regime’
The People Before Profit TD made the remarks at the weekend and claimed that Israel is a ‘psychopath’ State.
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Tue 4:31 PM
Last week
26th November 2023 - 2nd December 2023
Leinster's season just got a hell of a lot more interesting
Jacques Nienaber has arrived and should have a huge influence on the province.
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Nov 27th 2023, 1:42 PM
Last month
November 2023
Oscar Pistorius to be released from jail after almost 10 years for murder of Reeva Steenkamp
The 37-year-old runner was convicted of murdering his girlfriend at his home in South Africa.
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Nov 24th 2023, 1:34 PM
Oscar Pistorius to be released from jail after almost 10 years for murder of Reeva Steenkamp
The 37-year-old runner was convicted of murdering his girlfriend at his home in South Africa.
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Nov 24th 2023, 12:09 PM
Erasmus to return as head coach of world champions South Africa - report
Current head coach Jacques Nienaber announced several months ago that he would quit after the World Cup to join Leinster.
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Nov 5th 2023, 7:47 PM
October
October 2023
Poll: Who do you think will win tonight's Rugby World Cup final?
The Springboks and All Blacks face off in Paris.
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Oct 28th 2023, 1:39 PM
Ferocious Boks and clinical Kiwis battle for World Cup supremacy
Tonight’s decider is a fascinating match-up of the two greatest World Cup nations.
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Oct 28th 2023, 6:00 AM
Overlooked by Ireland, Munster's Kleyn could become World Cup winner
The 30-year-old has been included on the Springboks bench for the final.
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Oct 27th 2023, 6:30 AM
Barnes to referee RWC final between All Blacks and Springboks
It’s an all-English team of match officials for the decider in Paris.
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Oct 23rd 2023, 5:11 PM
England's Curry accuses Boks hooker Mbonambi of verbal abuse
The English flanker approached referee Ben O’Keeffe during last night’s game.
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Oct 22nd 2023, 10:00 AM
South Africa survive huge scare as Pollard kick edges them past England
Steve Borthwick’s men nearly pulled off a shock but the Boks are into the World Cup final.
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Oct 21st 2023, 10:01 PM
Springboks survive huge scare as Pollard kick edges them past England
Steve Borthwick’s men nearly pulled off a shock but the Boks are into the World Cup final.
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Oct 21st 2023, 9:57 PM
'Some teams picked their best team every single game. I think that's tough'
Rassie Erasmus has indirectly questioned Ireland’s selection approach at the World Cup.
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Oct 17th 2023, 6:09 PM
Ireland drop from number one to third in the World Rugby rankings
South Africa move into top spot as New Zealand also jump above Andy Farrell’s side.
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Oct 16th 2023, 3:52 PM
'We're not here for a holiday' - England look to World Cup test against South Africa
England, champions in 2003, clung on for victory over Fiji in Marseille yesterday.
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Oct 16th 2023, 11:55 AM
Momentous boost for France with Antoine Dupont cleared to return
The French captain can resume training ahead of the quarter-final against South Africa.
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Oct 9th 2023, 10:38 AM
South Africa beat Tonga 49-18 to edge towards World Cup quarters
Ireland take on Scotland next weekend in their final Pool B game, with a number of permutations possible.
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Oct 1st 2023, 10:12 PM
South Africa beat Tonga 49-18 to edge towards World Cup quarters
Ireland take on Scotland next weekend in their final Pool B game, with a number of permutations possible.
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Oct 1st 2023, 10:08 PM
September
September 2023
One big area where Ireland need to improve after win over the Boks
Andy Farrell’s side left the South African 22 empty-handed too often last weekend.
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Sep 30th 2023, 8:00 AM
Bundee has become a brilliant game-changer for Farrell's Ireland
The 33-year-old Connacht man made two momentum-shifting plays in the first half in Paris.
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Sep 24th 2023, 3:49 PM
‘God opened a door for you and wants you to take it’ - South Africa and Ulster rugby links
When Ireland take the field on Saturday, few signs of the unique relationship between the Ulster province and South Africa will be on show.
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Sep 23rd 2023, 6:30 AM
Ireland can take big step towards World Cup glory in battle royale with Boks
Andy Farrell’s team is more settled and cohesive, but South Africa have serious firepower.
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Sep 23rd 2023, 6:00 AM
'It's not a must-win but it's pretty important to both teams'
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell welcomed the return of hooker Dan Sheehan.
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Sep 21st 2023, 3:34 PM
Ireland make one change to team for Saturday's massive World Cup clash with South Africa
Andy Farrell has gone for his tried-and-trusted combinations for the clash in Paris.
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Sep 21st 2023, 2:08 PM
Ireland make one change to XV for Boks as Sheehan returns on bench
Andy Farrell has gone for his tried-and-trusted combinations for the clash in Paris.
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Sep 21st 2023, 1:47 PM
'Stade de France, World Cup, 30,000 Irish supporters... it's very exciting'
James Ryan has found the right balance in his build-up to games.
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Sep 21st 2023, 7:00 AM
'We're comfortable with the risk' - South Africa head coach Nienaber
The Springboks have opted for a 7/1 bench split against Ireland.
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Sep 19th 2023, 10:03 PM
South Africa name strong side to face Ireland in the Rugby World Cup this weekend
Former Ireland international Jean Kleyn is named on the South African bench.
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Sep 19th 2023, 7:39 PM
Springboks pick 7/1 bench against Ireland with Kleyn to face former side
Eben Etzebeth is back from his shoulder injury for the huge World Cup clash.
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Sep 19th 2023, 6:06 PM
Crowley's versatility useful as Ireland look to settle on Sexton's back-up
The 23-year-old hopes for a chance off the bench against South Africa this weekend.
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Sep 19th 2023, 5:43 PM
Bealham fit for Boks clash as Conan does 'bits and pieces' in training
The tighthead was forced off with a head injury against Tonga, while Conan has had a foot issue.
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Sep 19th 2023, 4:40 PM
How much has the Springboks team changed since the last World Cup?
Rassie Erasmus and Jacques Nienaber are leaning on lots of familiar faces.
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Sep 18th 2023, 7:41 PM
Back five of the scrum and bench calls seem tightest for Ireland
It could be a very familiar-looking selection from Andy Farrell in the end.
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Sep 18th 2023, 11:35 AM
Autumn lessons, liathróidí, and how Ireland take on the Springboks
This weekend’s clash in Paris is one of the most eagerly-anticipated pool games in a long time.
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Sep 18th 2023, 6:00 AM
South Africa thump Romania 76-0 ahead of Ireland World Cup clash
South Africa will take on Ireland in their next Group B outing next weekend.
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Sep 17th 2023, 4:03 PM
'He’s ticked all the boxes' - Sheehan set to return against South Africa
Tomorrow’s game against Tonga came just too soon for the 24-year-old hooker.
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Sep 15th 2023, 6:00 AM
Scots surprised by lack of TMO review as Boks explain traffic lights
Jesse Kriel appeared to make a high tackle on Jack Dempsey in Marseille.
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Sep 10th 2023, 8:56 PM
Springboks show might in battle of Ireland's RWC pool rivals
Scotland came out second best in a physical clash at Stade de Marseille.
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Sep 10th 2023, 6:48 PM
Death toll from Johannesburg building fire rises to 76
Health Minister Joe Phaahla said two people died in hospital a day after flames ripped through the five-storey building.
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Sep 1st 2023, 5:12 PM
August
August 2023
Twelve children among 74 people killed in Johannesburg building fire
An additional 52 people were injured in what is on track to become one of the deadliest fires worldwide in recent years.
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Aug 31st 2023, 7:04 PM
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