Payne hails Jackson's emergence from Sexton's shadow
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentWhen news of Johnny Sexton's shoulder surgery broke, many felt that Ireland's chances of success in South Africa went with the injured out-half.
Payne braced for 'angry' Springbok backlash
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentIreland full-back Jared Payne is anticipating a furious backlash in Saturday's second Test against the Springboks in Johannesburg.
Heaslip: Boks a scary challenge
1 decade ago by Rugby 365MEDIA HOUR: The misanthropes and naysayers will have you believe the Springboks have lost their aura as a feared team. Jan de Koning reports.
Springbok legacy nearing an end
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auA delusion is defined as a fixed, false belief that continues to be held despite evidence to the contrary. The perception of South Africa’s status as a great rugby nation is in danger of becoming...
What did we just see? Assessing the big Test matches of the weekend: South Africa vs Ireland
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auGoing into this match, there was a sense of optimism in the air as far as the Springboks were concerned. The Heyneke Meyer era was consigned to the history books, and Allister Coetzee was going to usher...
SA ‘A’ squad shuffled for Saxons clash
1 decade ago by Super Sport.comSA ‘A’ coach Johan Ackermann made wholesale changes to his team for Friday’s final match against the England Saxons in George.
PREVIEW: Junior World Cup Round Three
1 decade ago by Rugby 365IN THE SPOTLIGHT: The Junior Springboks' will need to get a bonus-point win against France if they want to have any chance of making the play-off at this year's World Rugby Under-20 Championships...
Ireland unlikely to appeal against CJ Stander's ban for Springboks game
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsIreland indicate they will not appeal against CJ Stander's ban from Saturday's second Test against South Africa.
Irish Rugby TV: Rhys Ruddock On Building Towards The Second Test
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsBack rower Rhys Ruddock talks to Irish Rugby TV after the Ireland squad's first 'tough session' in Johannesburg as they build towards next Saturday's second Test against the Springboks.
Wholesale changes for SA 'A'
1 decade ago by Rugby 365TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: South Africa 'A' coach Johan Ackermann made wholesale changes to his team for Friday's final match against the England Saxons in George on Friday.
