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# brutal battle

This year

2023

Autumn lessons, liathróidí, and how Ireland take on the Springboks

This weekend’s clash in Paris is one of the most eagerly-anticipated pool games in a long time.

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Sep 18th 2023, 6:00 AM

All time

Brilliant second half from Boks takes Lions series into deciding third Test

Rassie Erasmus’ men were dominant after the break to secure a deserved win.

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Jul 31st 2021, 7:15 PM

Ireland's Six Nations finishes on high as they deny England a Grand Slam

Joe Schmidt’s men were brilliant as they rained on the English parade.

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