Andy Farrell hails Ireland’s resilience in thrilling win over South Africa
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAndy Farrell hailed the mental strength of his players after Ireland propelled themselves to the cusp of the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals with a statement 13-8 success over South Africa. The...
South Africa v Ireland |The moments that changed it all
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland silenced the South African faithful at the Stade de France in St Dennis this evening by completing a much deserved win over the defending champion Springboks. In a game that was tightly contested...
RSA 8-13 IRE: Ireland reaction (Aki, captain Sexton, head coach Farrell)
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyOn field reaction from Ireland's Mastercard Player of the Match Bundee Aki, captain Johnny Sexton and head coach Andy Farrell following their 13-8 win against South Africa at Stade de France on Saturday,...
RSA 8-13 IRE: South Africa reaction (captain Kolisi, head coach Nienaber)
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyOn field Reaction from South Africa captain Siya Kolisi and head coach Jacques Nienaber following their team's 13-8 defeat by Ireland in Pool B at the Stade de France on Saturday Siya Kolisi, captain On...
Ireland secure brilliant victory over defending World Cup champions South Africa
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland propelled themselves to the cusp of the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals with a gripping 13-8 win over reigning champions South Africa on a raucous evening in Paris. Mack Hansen’s try and...
Ireland beat Boks in battle of titans
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland cemented their status as the number one-ranked side in world rugby as they edged an enthralling tussle with defending champions South Africa at the Stade de France. Manie Libbok’s early...
Team Announcement Press Conference: Ireland
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAndy Farrell, head coach On the fitness of hooker Dan Sheehan, who returns to the match-day 23: “Dan is obviously fit and raring to go and in fine condition. He’s a world-class hooker in...
Ireland forwards coach Paul O’Connell, flanker Josh van der Flier and wing Mack Hansen
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyPaul O’Connell, forwards coach On what sort of performance it will take to beat the Springboks: “It’s going to take a big performance for sure. They are an excellent side, they have...
South Africa backs coach Mzwandile Stick, centre Damian de Allende and prop Steven Kitshoff
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyMzwandile Stick, backs coach On whether the team take coverage of their seven-one bench split as a compliment: "It’s a World Cup, the biggest tournament you can get involved in. If you don’t...
A look at some of the best off-field tales from Rugby World Cup 2023.
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySeveral public appeals and even the offer of a reward later and still a distraught Lima Sopoaga is searching for his beloved kicking tee. The Samoa fly-half, who has been converting tries and nailing penalties...
