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Rugby
Mark Donlon
05/07/2024
Ireland and South Africa begin their eagerly-awaited summer Test series this weekend as the battle for bragging rights gets underway. Andy Farrell’s squad will take on the Rassie Erasmus-led Springboks twice in seven days, with this weekend’s first Test marking the first time the two sides have met since Ireland’s win in the pool stages of last year’s Rugby World Cup. Despite plenty of background barbs being fired in the lead-up, the time for talking is now over as the action looms – and here is everything to know: The first Test between Ireland and South Africa will get underway on Saturday, July 6. The high-altitude Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria will play host to the first Test encounter between the two sides. Kick-off is at 4pm Irish time. ‘Obsessed with us’ – Ireland fans fume as Springboks release spicy Test series promo This match will be shown exclusively live on Sky Sports Arena, where coverage will commence at 3.30pm. Today's top videos
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