Boks face test of mettle
Brains will be more important than brawn when the Springboks host Ireland in a potentially series-deciding clash at Ellis Park on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Joe: It’s Quinn’s time to shine
Joe Schmidt says South African-born lock Quinn Roux is ideally suited for what should be an epic set-piece battle at Ellis Park on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports from Johannesburg.
Schmidt plays down changes
Joe Schmidt has laughed off suggestions that he is saving his strongest Ireland combination for the third Test against the Springboks in Port Elizabeth. JON CARDINELLI reports from Johannesburg.
Jackson amped for Ellis Park test
Ireland flyhalf Paddy Jackson is determined to produce another match-winning kicking performance against the Springboks this Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.
Roux to debut for Ireland
South African-born lock Quinn Roux will start for Ireland against the Springboks at Ellis Park on Saturday.
England can deliver knockout blow
England will be looking for their first away Test-series win against one of the big three southern hemisphere rugby nations in Melbourne on Saturday. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.
All Blacks to overpower Wales
A better balanced All Blacks back three should ensure a more convincing result for the world champs in Saturday’s clash against Wales, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Irish anticipate defensive test
Ireland are determined to produce another abrasive defensive performance in anticipation of tackling a smarting Springbok side this Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports from Johannesburg.
‘Boks remain a scary challenge’
Veteran Ireland No 8 Jamie Heaslip refuses to entertain talk that the Springboks are losing their aura, writes CRAIG LEWIS in Johannesburg.
Dagg in, Savea out
Israel Dagg will start at fullback for the All Blacks against Wales in Wellington on Saturday.
