Cheika makes three changes for third test
1 decade ago by Super Sport.comAustralia coach Michael Cheika has welcomed back inside centre Matt Toomua and replaced both locks for the third and final test against England in Sydney on Saturday.
Irish must make things happen to get shot at series glory
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentFifty-one minutes into last week's game and Ireland, who only made two visits to the South African '22 all game, got possession through their lineout on the Springbok 10-metre line.
Adjusting to altitude change holds key to Ireland avoiding a crash-landing in decider
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentAt the 1995 World Cup in South Africa - which is not today or yesterday - I have a vague memory of sitting in the All Black dressing room after playing them at Ellis Park in Jo'burg.
Stander returns
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentCJ Stander is set to return to the Ireland starting XV for Saturday's Test series decider against South Africa as Joe Schmidt sweats on Jared Payne's availability.
PodCast: Playing without fear of failure
1 decade ago by Rugby 365EXCLUSIVE: Jan de Koning and Tauriq Ebrahim talk about South Africa's amazing comeback and the decisive third Test against Ireland.
Two-week ban for Junior Bok captain
1 decade ago by Super Sport.comJunior Springbok captain Jeremy Ward was suspended for two weeks for a dangerous tackle in the World Rugby Under-20 Championship, and will miss the team’s bronze medal match against Argentina on Saturday.
Savea back in reshaped NZ for third test
1 decade ago by Super Sport.comBruising wing Julian Savea returns to frontline action and Elliot Dixon will make his test debut as New Zealand take a "risk and reward" approach to the third test against Wales in Dunedin on Saturday.
June Internationals tipping Week 3: Nothing to lose now
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auThe last week of the June Internationals are upon us, and all attention turns to… Port Elizabeth! Yes, never mind the dead rubbers, all attention should be directed toward the picturesque Nelsen...
Springboks' 'Beast' promises ferocious start against Ireland in series-decider
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentWith the eminently compelling series resting on a knife-edge, both Ireland and South Africa will be acutely aware the decisive Test in Port Elizabeth on Saturday offers that rare opportunity comprising...
Wednesday Afternoon Round Up
1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyAndrea Masi retires Wasps utility back Andrea Masi has retired at the age of 35 on medical advice after suffering a heel injury playing for Italy in the 2015 World Cup. The 95-times capped...
