South Africa emerged on top from a crazy contest against Ireland in Pretoria as the World Cup winners marked their homecoming with victory in the first Test of a potentially thrilling series.
The Springboks secured their first win over Ireland in eight years at Loftus Versfeld, with their bench impactful in a contest punctuated by a serious injury to Ireland scrum half Craig Casey. After a long delay, Cheslin Kolbe pounced on a James Lowe error to put the hosts in control, with a late shove-over scrum score engineered by South Africa’s Bomb Squad sealing the win despite a late Irish rally.
Lowe had earlier been denied by a tight call from the television match official having seemingly put Ireland in front in the second half. Ireland, however, were deemed to have infringed at the breakdown prior to Lowe’s canter up the left touchline, with referee Luke Pearce chalking the score off.
It means Andy Farrell’s side will head to Durban next week down 1-0 in the two-Test series and hoping to hit back after an encounter that delivered on the spite and spice anticipated as two familiar foes re-ignited their rivalry.
How to watch South Africa v Ireland: Live stream the second test from Durban
When is South Africa v Ireland?
South Africa v Ireland will take place on Saturday 13th July 2024.
The game takes place at Kings Park Stadium, Durban.
What time is South Africa v Ireland kick-off?
South Africa v Ireland will kick off at 4pm BST (5pm local time).
Check out the Summer Internationals TV schedule with our comprehensive guide.
LIVE SCORING | Springboks v Ireland: Second Test
Keep track of the live scoring as the Springboks take on Ireland in the series-deciding second Test at Kings Park on Saturday.
The world champions won their first test against the second best side on the planet. Now it’s time for round two, and this guide explains how to watch a Springboks vs Ireland live stream on Saturday wherever you are.
South Africa have named an unchanged side for this second test after their 27-20 victory last Saturday. Springboks boss Rassie Erasmus can call on a record-breaking 990 caps in his starting line-up. Ireland, meanwhile, will have to work around injuries to hooker Dan Sheehan and scrum-half Craig Casey.
Ireland take on South Africa in their second Test after a bruising 27-20 defeat to the world champions in Pretoria.
The Springboks have named an unchanged side and know that Andy Farrell's men have their backs against the wall.
Ireland are still without Hugo Keenan, Jamison Gibson-Park, Jack Conan and Iain Henderson. In Gibson-Park’s absence and with Craig Casey also out, Connacht scrum-half Caolin Blade is likely to be promoted and add to his two caps.
There is solace for Farrell however, as Garry Ringrose played superbly in the second half after a tough first half and is slated to start in the centre this weekend.
The world champions won their first test against the second best side on the planet. Now it’s time for round two, and this guide explains how to watch a Springboks vs Ireland live stream on Saturday wherever you are.
Rugby lovers in the UK or Ireland can follow the match on Sky Sports, while fans in South Africa can watch live on SuperSport. There are also viewing options in the US, Australia and New Zealand, as well as numerous other countries where the match is available FOR FREE on New Zealand Rugby’s NZR+ service. Scroll down to find out more. If you’re going to be overseas when the match kicks off on Saturday, you can use a VPN to watch a South Africa v Ireland live stream from abroad.
South Africa have named an unchanged side for this second test after their 27-20 victory last Saturday. Springboks boss Rassie Erasmus can call on a record-breaking 990 caps in his starting line-up. Ireland, meanwhile, will have to work around injuries to hooker Dan Sheehan and scrum-half Craig Casey.
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South Africa emerged on top from a crazy contest against Ireland in Pretoria as the World Cup winners marked their homecoming with victory in the first Test of a potentially thrilling series.
The Springboks secured their first win over Ireland in eight years at Loftus Versfeld, with their bench impactful in a contest punctuated by a serious injury to Ireland scrum half Craig Casey. After a long delay, Cheslin Kolbe pounced on a James Lowe error to put the hosts in control, with a late shove-over scrum score engineered by South Africa’s Bomb Squad sealing the win despite a late Irish rally.
Lowe had earlier been denied by a tight call from the television match official having seemingly put Ireland in front in the second half. Ireland, however, were deemed to have infringed at the breakdown prior to Lowe’s canter up the left touchline, with referee Luke Pearce chalking the score off.
It means Andy Farrell’s side will head to Durban next week down 1-0 in the two-Test series and hoping to hit back after an encounter that delivered on the spite and spice anticipated as two familiar foes re-ignited their rivalry.
How to watch South Africa v Ireland: Live stream the second test from Durban
When is South Africa v Ireland?
South Africa v Ireland will take place on Saturday 13th July 2024.
The game takes place at Kings Park Stadium, Durban.
What time is South Africa v Ireland kick-off?
South Africa v Ireland will kick off at 4pm BST (5pm local time).
Check out the Summer Internationals TV schedule with our comprehensive guide.
LIVE SCORING | Springboks v Ireland: Second Test
Keep track of the live scoring as the Springboks take on Ireland in the series-deciding second Test at Kings Park on Saturday.
The world champions won their first test against the second best side on the planet. Now it’s time for round two, and this guide explains how to watch a Springboks vs Ireland live stream on Saturday wherever you are.
South Africa have named an unchanged side for this second test after their 27-20 victory last Saturday. Springboks boss Rassie Erasmus can call on a record-breaking 990 caps in his starting line-up. Ireland, meanwhile, will have to work around injuries to hooker Dan Sheehan and scrum-half Craig Casey.
Ireland take on South Africa in their second Test after a bruising 27-20 defeat to the world champions in Pretoria.
The Springboks have named an unchanged side and know that Andy Farrell's men have their backs against the wall.
Ireland are still without Hugo Keenan, Jamison Gibson-Park, Jack Conan and Iain Henderson. In Gibson-Park’s absence and with Craig Casey also out, Connacht scrum-half Caolin Blade is likely to be promoted and add to his two caps.
There is solace for Farrell however, as Garry Ringrose played superbly in the second half after a tough first half and is slated to start in the centre this weekend.
The world champions won their first test against the second best side on the planet. Now it’s time for round two, and this guide explains how to watch a Springboks vs Ireland live stream on Saturday wherever you are.
Rugby lovers in the UK or Ireland can follow the match on Sky Sports, while fans in South Africa can watch live on SuperSport. There are also viewing options in the US, Australia and New Zealand, as well as numerous other countries where the match is available FOR FREE on New Zealand Rugby’s NZR+ service. Scroll down to find out more. If you’re going to be overseas when the match kicks off on Saturday, you can use a VPN to watch a South Africa v Ireland live stream from abroad.
South Africa have named an unchanged side for this second test after their 27-20 victory last Saturday. Springboks boss Rassie Erasmus can call on a record-breaking 990 caps in his starting line-up. Ireland, meanwhile, will have to work around injuries to hooker Dan Sheehan and scrum-half Craig Casey.
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