World Cup gloom a distant memory for revived Robshaw
1 decade ago by Super Sport.comChris Robshaw thought his career was shot after England's miserable World Cup last year and on Saturday the former captain was left pinching himself after a man-of-the-match performance in Melbourne.
Momentum shifts as Ireland wilt under intense pressure
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentNow Ireland know why South Africa is rated alongside New Zealand as rugby's toughest touring venue. For almost an hour, Joe Schmidt's side looked like they would follow England's lead and clinch a three-Test...
Jim Glennon’s player ratings: South Africa v Ireland
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentIreland surrendered a 16-point half-time lead to lose 32-26 at Ellis Park as South Africa produced a stunning second-half performance to level the series. Here's how the Irish players rated.
Boks snatch historic series triumph from Ireland's grasp
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentIreland wilted in the heat of a remarkable second-half performance from South Africa at Ellis Park as the three-Test series goes down to the wire.
Highlights: South Africa in narrow win over Ireland
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auSouth Africa produced a rousing second half revival as they came from 16 points down to beat Ireland 32-26 on Saturday to level the three-match series at 1-1. RE-LIVE ALL THE ACTION WITH OUR LIVE BLOG...
‘Ball carriers were Bok heroes’
1 decade ago by Super Sport.comIreland coach Joe Schmidt said a failure to halt the South Africa ball carriers in the final quarter proved fatal as his team lost the second test 32-26 Saturday.
‘Ball carriers were Bok heroes’
1 decade ago by Super Sport.comIreland coach Joe Schmidt said a failure to halt the South Africa ball carriers in the final quarter proved fatal as his team lost the second test 32-26 Saturday.
Tour Diary - Match Day In Johannesburg
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsSo close and yet...we look back at a day that saw a stirring Springbok fightback deny Ireland a second successive test match win on South African soil.
Irish Rugby TV: Ireland Post-Match Press Conference
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsHead coach Joe Schmidt and captain Rory Best reflect on Ireland's disappointment after losing the second Test to a stirring fightback by the Springboks.
Irish Rugby TV: Stuart Olding Reflects On The Second Test
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsIreland centre Stuart Olding reflects on the late 32-26 loss to South Africa. He says that the bond within the squad will help them bounce back for the series decider in Port Elizabeth next Saturday.
