South Africa vs Ireland 2nd Test Predictions & Tips - Ireland to threaten South Africa in Durban
- South Africa won 27-20 last weekend, their first win over Ireland since 2016.
- Ireland aim to level the series this weekend after a close first game.
- South Africa fields an unchanged side; Ireland faces three forced changes.
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If last week is anything to go by then this week should be another cracker. These two have been very close in their last 11 games and this should prove no different. I am backing Ireland in the handicap market.
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- Head to Head
- South Africa Form
- South Africa Injuries & Team News
- Ireland Form
- Ireland Injuries & Team News
- South Africa beat Ireland by 7 points last weekend.
- South Africa have won 8 of their last 9 matches.
- Ireland have won 4 of their last 6 matches.
- Ireland have won 4 of their last 5 matches against South Africa.
Head to Head
South Africa beat Ireland 27-20 at home last weekend while Ireland won the previous four games against the Boks.
South Africa Form
South Africa will be very eager to secure this series after their poor run of results against Ireland in recent years. Despite being back-to-back World Cup winners, last week was the Springboks first win over Ireland since 2016.
On the day in Pretoria, the Springboks always looked to have the upper hand, but Ireland constantly fought back, refusing to allow the hosts to pull away. The match was full of controversy as well with an Ireland try ruled out.
The 27-20 win for South Africa was however crucial, and they have clearly expanded on their game. Their play was far more adventurous and while there is still plenty to work on, overall, the hosts will be pleased.
South Africa Injuries & Team News
Rassie Erasmus has named an unchanged side from last weekend.
Ireland Form
The best Ireland can hope for is to level the series in Durban this weekend. With it being only a two-match series, there is little margin for error.
Ireland were not poor last week, but their first half performance left much to be desired. They, however, stayed in the game and took their limited opportunities.
In the end, the Irish had to chase the game in the final few minutes to draw after a late try got them within touching distance. It was not to be, but they certainly have the quality to hit back this Saturday.
Ireland Injuries & Team News
Andy Farrell will be forced into changes this weekend with three players already confirmed out due to injury.
Verdict
I am backing Ireland to get within the +9 handicap and for the game to see under 45 points.
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