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2024 South Africa vs Ireland

Ireland Rugby Vs. South Africa Springboks Live Updates And Scores Recap

Ireland Rugby Vs. South Africa Springboks Live Updates And Scores Recap

SA vs. Ireland was an absolute classic test match from the first whistle to the last second. Here's the recap, including live updates and scores.

Jul 13, 2024 by R. R. Ellis
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The top two teams in the world met for the second time in seven days as No. 1 South Africa hosted No. 2 Ireland at Kings Park in Durban, South Africa.

While South Africa beat Ireland a week ago at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, the second game would prove to be an absolutely classic match between the rivals.

It came down to the end, but Ireland pulled off its second win ever against the Springboks on South African soil. The Irish came with ferocious intensity in the first half, putting themselves up 16-6 at the half. 

South Africa roared back in the second half, putting itself in the lead multiple times, as the teams scratched and clawed for the win.

However, the lads from the emerald isle willed themselves to the win. It was Ciaran Frawley who scored a drop goal in the final few seconds of play to secure the win for Ireland, 25-24.

Read the updates and scores as they happened below:

Next Week South Africa Vs. Portugal

The second test match between Ireland and South Africa is finished, but summer internationals are just getting started. 

Watch the July 13 match replay between Ireland and SA here.

Next week, South Africa will welcome Portugal, July 20, at Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein, South Africa.

Sign up here to watch the match, or one of the many upcoming summer internationals broadcast on FloRugby.

Here's The Game-Winner

Here is Ciaran Frawley's drop goal winner at the death. 

Ciaran Frawley All Smiles After Match

Frawley's post-game quote: 

"I think it was just instinctual, it just felt right at the time. Look, I’m happy it came off. We practiced it during the week -- we knew it was going to be a tight game. Look, we’re absolutely delighted with how it finished up and we’ll enjoy this evening."

Ireland Set Tone With Physicality

Ireland came out of the gate hitting hard against South Africa. 

Bodies were flying, blood was flowing and the hits were fantastic.

South Africa met the Irish intensity in the second half and got back in the game.

While it was back and forth, the Irish take home the win in the end.

A classic test match through and through.

Final Score: Ireland 25, South Africa 24

What a classic in Durban. This is only Ireland's second win on South African soil. 

Frawley's drop goal stuns the SA crowd. 

Frawley Wins It, As Ireland Scores At The Death!

An unbelievable drop goal from Ciaran Frawley. 

South Africa complains of obstruction, but there's nothing there. 

Time Running Out For Ireland

The Springboks have managed to keep the ball in Ireland's end without much movement. 

Only a few minutes left, as the Irish do their best to keep possession and attack.

Five Minutes Left; Ireland 22, South Africa 24

The home side is leading, as errors from Ireland pile up. 

Irish youngster Jamie Osborne has had a brilliant game and kicks a great clearance. 

Etzebeth Bleeding Again; 22-24

In what has become regular in this match, Eben Etezebeth is bleeding from the scalp again.

Stoppage in play.


Ireland Drop Goal; 22-24

After a goal line drop-out in the South Africa end, Ireland responds with a brilliant drop goal from Ciaran Frawley. 

The game is moving quite fast now, and it feels like the tide could turn either way.

Irish Mistakes, Pollard Scores Again; 24-19

Ireland makes another error in its own end, leading to another Handre Pollard penalty goal.

South Africa is leading with 24 points to Ireland's 19.

Pollard Makes Another; South Africa Leading 21-19

Pollard has successfully made seven penalties in the game. 

He's kicked South Africa into the lead twice in just a few minutes. 

This game is far from over, though.

Crowley Kicks Penalty; Ireland 19, South Africa 18

Jack Crowley puts Ireland back in front of South Africa. 

It continues to be a hotly contested game, albeit low on tries.

Doris is back on after his yellow card.

South Africa Takes Lead, Pollard 6-For-6

The Springboks score six while Doris is in the sin bin, with only a minute left on his yellow card. 

The winds have changed, and the crowd is back in the match. 

Pollard Kicks Another, 5-For-5 On Penalty Goals; 16-15

The Springboks are inching their way back into the game, but so far have been held from scoring a try.

It might not matter, however, as the man advantage continues with Doris in the bin. South Africa is attacking.

Pollard Penalty Goal Successful; 16-12

Another for Handre Pollard as South Africa pulls within four points of Ireland.

They will certainly try their best to take the score during the man advantage.

South Africa Man Advantage

Caelan Doris gets the yellow card and is sent to the bin for 10 minutes. 

The Hits Keep Coming

Ireland vs. South Africa has been another classic so far, in what has become the best rivalry in the world. 

Here are some of the best plays of the game so far:

Pollard Penalty Attempt Successful; 16-9

Handre Pollard puts another three on the board for the Springboks.

They are scratching their way back, despite being seven points shy of Ireland. 

South Africa Immediately Push

That didn't take long. The Springboks come out punching after the second half begins. 

Kurt-Lee Arendse breaks through the gap and makes a huge run but fails to score a try.

Ireland's defense has done its best to stop the Springboks thus far.

Second Half Begins

Halftime Notes

  • Ireland has the only try of the game so far, from Conor Murray. 
  • If Ireland beats South Africa, the Irish would snap a five-game winning streak for the Springboks, dating back to before last year's World Cup final.
  • South Africa has not yet led in the game.
  • This would be Ireland's second win in South Africa - ever.

Halftime In Durban; Ireland 16, South Africa 6

The teams go into the locker room with Ireland ahead by 10. 

It's been a scrappy game so far with a lot of blood and sweat and a few scraps between opposing sides.

These teams don't like each other.

Crowley Kicks Penalty; 16-6

Jack Crowley kicks his third penalty goal of the first half. 

Pollard Slips In SA End Goal Area

Ireland awarded a scrum on the 5-meter line. A great chance for the Irish to score before halftime. 

Jack Crowley Penalty Goal Successful; 13-6

Ireland immediately responds to the Springboks penalty goal with one of its own. 

As we head closer to halftime, it doesn't quite feel like anyone has gotten hold of this game, though Ireland looks like the better side so far.

Pollard Makes Second Penalty Goal

That makes two penalty goals in a row for Handre Pollard, who brings the home side within four points of Ireland. 

SA Battling In Ireland's End; 10;3

Feels inevitable that the Springboks will score, but for now, the Irish defense has held them up. 

Springboks Nearly Break One Off; More Blood Stoppage

The Springboks nearly had a chance for a try before a stoppage in play. 

Irish prop Andrew Porter is bleeding from the head. 

Have we said that this game is ferocious? It is.

Closer Look At Murray Try

Handre Pollard Kicks Penalty Goal; 10-3

After his kicking woes last week, Pollard puts it through the uprights with ease, to give the Springboks their first points of the day. 

Etzebeth comes back to the field.

Ireland Lead Early 10-0

Ireland is leading early in the match, but the game has been ferocious so far, with South Africa dealing with multiple injuries. 

Etzebeth has yet to retake the field, and the Irish are flying around and look incredibly stout early on. 

Conor Murray Scores For Ireland; 10-0

Conor Murry gets his 18th international try for Ireland. Crowley converts.

Closer Look At Etzebeth 😳


Eben Etzebeth Comes Off With Bloody Face

A few bloody injuries early in the game.

Eben Etzebeth is forced off, as his face is covered in blood from what looks like a head injury. 

The look makes the 6-foot-8 lock somehow even more imposing. 

Jack Crowley Makes Penalty Goal; Ireland 3, SA 0

The first points are on the board, as Ireland's scrum half puts up three points for his side only five minutes into the match.

The kick was not from a difficult spot, and he converted it easily.

Ireland-SA Scrums Are Must-Watch TV

There's almost nothing better than when the big men for Ireland and South Africa go head to head.

Springboks Make Early Substitutions

On:

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu

RG Snyman

Off:

Willie Le Roux comes off

Franco Mostert

Let The Game Begin... 

National anthems taking place now. 

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Almost Kickoff Time

Just about 15 more minutes to kickoff. 

The match will start at 11 a.m. EDT on July 13 at Hollywoodbets Kings Park.

The Lads Are In The Building

Springboks' Gameday Faces

Pollard Missed Three Consecutive Kicks Last Week

Handre Pollard was not in fine form last week, missing three kicks in a row at one point. 

He still managed to make two penalties and two conversions, but the three missed kicks would've put South Africa out of Ireland's reach much earlier in the match. 

The Leicester Tiger man should shake off last week's misses, considering he is one of the best players in the world. He'll start again today for the Springboks.

Jamie Osborne Starts Again At No. 15

Leinster youngster Jamie Osborne will start again today for Ireland, picking up only his second cap - his first was last week.

The 6-foot-4 fullback scored a wonderful try against South Africa for the first of his senior international career. 

Andy Farrell's 50th Test Match For Ireland

This match marks 50 tests for Andy Farrell as gaffer for Ireland. Only three other coaches in Ireland history have more (Declan Kidney, Joe Schmidt and Eddie O’Sullivan).

According to Opta, Farrell has won 79.6% of his first 49 test matches (39-10).


Springboks Welcomed By Fans

Clear Skies In Durban, NZ

Ireland Rugby Lineup

  1. Andrew Porter
  2. Ronan Kelleher
  3. Tadhg Furlong
  4. Joe McCarthy
  5. James Ryan
  6. Tadhg Beirne
  7. Josh van der Flier
  8. Caelan Doris
  9. Conor Murray
  10. Jack Crowley
  11. James Lowe
  12. Robbie Henshaw
  13. Garry Ringrose
  14. Calvin Nash
  15. Jamie Osborne

Substitutes: 16. Rob Herring 17. Cian Healy 18. Finlay Bealham 19. Ryan Baird 20. Peter O’Mahony 21. Caolin Blade 22. Ciaran Frawley 23. Stuart McCloskey

South Africa Springboks Rugby Lineup

  1. Ox Nche
  2. Bongi Mbonambi
  3. Frans Malherbe
  4. Eben Etzebeth
  5. Franco Mostert
  6. Siya Kolisi
  7. Pieter-Steph du Toit
  8. Kwagga Smith
  9. Faf de Klerk
  10. Handre Pollard
  11. Kurt-Lee Arendse
  12. Damian de Allende
  13. Jesse Kriel
  14. Cheslin Kolbe
  15. Willie Le Roux

Substitutes: 16. Malcolm Marx 17. Gerhard Steenekamp 18. Vincent Koch 19. Salmaan Moerat 20. RG Snyman 21. Marco van Staden 22. Grant Williams 23. Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu

How To Watch Ireland Vs. South Africa Rugby

Summer internationals will be streaming in the United States on FloRugby and the FloSports app.

That includes games from Ireland, South Africa, New Zealand and Australia.

Match replays, highlights and more will be on both platforms. 

Ireland Vs. Springboks Rugby Kickoff Times

The match kicks off at 11 a.m. EDT on July 13 at Hollywoodbets Kings Park.

South Africa World Rugby Ranking

The Springboks are ranked No. 1 in the world with 94.86 points.

Ireland World Rugby Ranking

Ireland is ranked No. 2 in the world with 90.37 points.

World Rugby Rankings 2024

  1. South Africa, 94.54
  2. Ireland, 90.69
  3. New Zealand, 89.80
  4. France, 87.92
  5. England, 85.75
  6. Scotland, 82.82
  7. Argentina, 80.68
  8. Italy, 79.41
  9. Australia, 77.48
  10. Wales, 77.26
  11. Fiji, 76.38
  12. Japan, 74.27
  13. Georgia, 74.02
  14. Samoa, 72.23
  15. Tonga, 71.57
  16. Portugal, 70.28
  17. USA, 67.94
  18. Uruguay, 67.39
  19. Spain, 64.37
  20. Romania, 61.66

Where To Watch Summer Rugby Internationals 2024?

In the USA, FloRugby will broadcast some of the best international rugby fixtures of 2024.

South Africa, Ireland, New Zealand and England will play matches on FloRugby and the FloSports app.

How To Watch International Rugby In USA?

FloRugby broadcasts dozens of international rugby matches throughout the year, including the summer rugby internationals from July to September. 

How To Watch Rugby Matches In the United States On FloRugby

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