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Ireland strive for colossal statement victory over South Africa at World Cup

This showdown between Ireland and the Springboks is loaded with more significance than supremacy in the pool with world’s top two teams colliding

The Guardian - UK

Defusing the ‘Bomb Squad’ to reach quarter-finals – 5 talking points for Ireland

Andy Farrell’s men top Pool B following bonus-point wins over Romania and Tonga.

The Independent UK

South African hominin fossils were sent into space and scientists are enraged

When a Virgin Galactic commercial flight soared into space on 8 September 2023, there were two Virgin Galactic pilots, an instructor and three passengers on board – as well as two fossils of ancient prehuman relatives from South Africa. Timothy Nash, a businessman, carried a clavicle belonging to Australopithecus sediba…

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Ireland need ‘a big performance’ to beat world champions South Africa

Ireland go into the pivotal Pool B showdown on a 15-match winning streak.

The Independent UK

South Africa vs Ireland: Andy Farrell unfazed by Springboks mind games ahead of Rugby World Cup showdown

The first genuine heavyweight contest at this World Cup for two weeks has seen South Africa fire all the pre-match shots and Ireland soak it all up.

Evening Standard

Gregor Townsend knows only wins will do for Scotland

The Scots have little room for manoeuvre as they seek to reach the World Cup quarter-finals.

The Independent UK

Ninety children need hospital treatment after eating ‘cannabis muffins’ at school

Ninety primary schoolchildren in South Africa needed hospital treatment after eating muffins thought to be laced with cannabis, it has been reported.

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India-Australia ODI series | a golden opportunity for both teams to try out their combinations before the World Cup

India-Australia cricket matches bring out the best in both sides. Ahead of the World Cup, they face off in a 3-match ODI series, giving players a chance to make a statement and teams to finalise their best eleven. India's Asia Cup triumph was authoritative, while Australia's Marnus Labuschagne shone in…

The Hindu

Julie Ertz Given Rousing Standing Ovation in Emotional Departure From Final USWNT Game

She was subbed out in the 35th minute of Thursday night’s game vs. South Africa.

Sports Illustrated

Blair Kinghorn reckons Scotland have a point to prove against Tonga

He is looking forward to the fixture.

The National (Scotland)

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi on 'dream' World Cup showdown against Ireland

A titanic battle is expected at the Stade de France, where the Springboks’ title defence faces a stern test against an Ireland side coming off a…

The National (Scotland)

Andy Farrell claims South Africa clash is not a 'do-or-die game' for Ireland

He doesn’t see it as a make-or-break fixture.

The National (Scotland)

Farrell’s Ireland gear up to meet South Africa’s might in heavyweight contest

Springboks’ nuke squad has dominated the pre-match agenda with size of challenge impossible to duck for Ireland, with the world No 1 ranking at stake

The Guardian - UK

Return of the Ferns

Football, netball, cricket and rugby - it's all on for Kiwi women's sports teams across the globe this weekend. Merryn Anderson gives the lowdown on all the Ferns action.

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The Independent UK

‘It’s about us’ says Andy Farrell ahead of Ireland’s big Paris match

Test rugby’s top-ranked nation face reigning champions South Africa on Saturday.

The Conversation

Zulu land dispute: Ingonyama Trust furore highlights the problem of insecure land tenure for millions of South Africans in rural areas

The recent fallout between the Zulu king, Misuzulu, and his now late traditional prime minister, Mangosuthu Buthelezi, over the running of the Ingonyama Trust highlights a pervasive problem in South Africa: insecure land tenure in rural areas.

The Independent UK

Jamison Gibson-Park in starting XV for Ireland’s showdown with South Africa

Ireland can secure a quarter-final spot with victory at Stade de France.

Al Jazeera

Power crisis, bird flu trigger imminent chicken shortage in South Africa

Africa’s most advanced economy is enduring frequent electricity cuts that ramp up cost of business, including poultry.

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Three South African Navy personnel dead in freak submarine incident at sea

South Africa’s south coast has been hit by extremely rough seas, known as ‘spring tide’ phenomenon, since last weekend.

The Times of India

'My wrist is all healed...': Pat Cummins aims to play full series against India

NEW DELHI: Australian captain Pat Cummins has set his sights on participating in all three upcoming One-Day Internationals (ODIs) against India after successfully recovering from a left wrist injury.

The Independent UK

South Africa to host US trade forum as diplomatic tensions subside

South Africa will host a meeting of nations participating in the U.S. Africa Growth and Opportunity Act despite earlier calls to exclude the country from the forum due to its ties to Russia and the docking of a sanctioned Russian vessel near Cape Town last year

The Independent UK

3 South Africa navy personnel die after they are swept off a submarine deck during supply operation

Three South African navy personnel have died and a senior officer is in a critical condition after seven crew members of a submarine were swept off its deck and out to sea by big waves

The Guardian - UK

‘Ridiculous’ Sexton an inspiration as Ireland prepare for South Africa

The forward James Ryan said he believes Johnny Sexton’s presence and ‘narky edge’ take the team up a notch with key pool game looming

The National (Scotland)

Sam Skinner confident Scotland can bounce back off the ropes against Tonga

Sam Skinner admits that Scotland were left reeling by South Africa’s ferocious breakdown work and electrifying defensive line-speed in their World…

The Independent UK

New court documents show how Oscar Pistorius may have been wrongly denied parole over error

New court documents show Oscar Pistorius was eligible for parole in March under South African law

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