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In Pics: Ireland Captain's Run In Johannesburg

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

The Ireland squad wrapped up their training week today with the Captain's Run at Emirates Airline Park, the venue for tomorrow's mouth-watering second Test against South Africa.

South Africa v Ireland: Tourists aim to complete first series win in SA

1 decade ago by BBC Rugby News

Ireland have the first of two chances to earn a first series win in South Africa on Saturday in Johannesburg.

Best: Beating the Springboks at Ellis Park the toughest test

1 decade ago by Irish Independent

Ellis Park is known as South Africa’s fortress and Ireland captain Rory Best tasted what it has to offer when his U-21 side lost to 42-22 to the Baby Boks in 2002.

Murray On Making History

1 decade ago by Munster Rugby News

Starting at scrum half for Ireland against South Africa in Johannesburg tomorrow, Munster scrum half hopes he and his Irish teammates can add to the history already created in this season's Summer Series.

Jackson gets 'sneak peak' at Ellis Park

1 decade ago by Rugby 365

MEDIA HOUR: The Springboks could do themselves a huge favour by taking notice of the routine of Ireland flyhalf Paddy Jackson this week.

Welcome to the Lions' den

1 decade ago by Rugby 365

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: The Springboks could get the 'leg up' they are looking for in a pride of Lions at Ellis Park on saturday. Jan de Koning reports.

Robertson named new Crusaders coach

1 decade ago by Super Sport.com

Former All Black Scott Robertson was named on Friday as the Crusaders new coach, replacing Todd Blackadder at the seven-time Super Rugby champions from next year.

Powerful Roux tipped for Ireland debut impact

1 decade ago by Connacht Rugby Official

Connacht's Quinn Roux will add steel and physicality to Ireland's pack in the second Test against South Africa tomorrow as they look to clinch an historic series win, according to former international...

Preview: South Africa A v England Saxons

1 decade ago by Rugby 365

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: South Africa 'A' will have it all to do to salvage some respect against England Saxons in George on Friday.  

Wallabies driven by defeat - Cheika

1 decade ago by Super Sport.com

Michael Cheika says the Wallabies will be driven by the pain of last week's defeat to England when they meet in Saturday's second test.