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.

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.