The Irish Times

Lions have learned the hard way that defence is a matter of pride for Springboks

Damien de Allende, Jean de Villiers and Brian O’Driscoll on the green wall that awaits

Sat Jul 24 2021 - 06:00

Just once since 1900 has the side triumphed after losing the opener

Sat Jul 24 2021 - 06:00

Players from six countries are represented, with five of the XV from South Africa

Mon Nov 04 2019 - 13:29

Premature deaths, racial abuse and doping allegations a cloud over South African rugby

Mon Nov 04 2019 - 07:00

Athletes’ competitive edge and ability to deal with pressure key to their success

Mon Nov 19 2018 - 06:00

England’s giant loosehead ground the Wallabies into the ground in 2007 quarter-final

Sat Aug 08 2015 - 12:00

Pressure will mount on Stuart Lancaster’s team if they fall to fifth defeat in row

Fri Nov 14 2014 - 23:07

Ireland’s greatest rugby player has already inspired a host of memories as he prepares for his 14th season

Wed Jan 29 2014 - 17:12