"Home side humiliated by South Africa in the scrum as their discipline fell to pieces - they are no longer rivals to the best sides"
"Rugby has been a mess this November and never was that more evident than during a chaotic, confusing first half at the Aviva Stadium last night. That has nothing to do with a South African team who will finish 2025 as the undisputed top team in the world after defeating Ireland 24-13."
South Africa beat Ireland 24-13 at the Aviva Stadium, dominating the scrum and exploiting Irish indiscipline. The Irish pack were repeatedly overpowered and their discipline collapsed, enabling South Africa to convert penalties and control momentum. The first half was chaotic and confusing, reflecting a disorderly November for rugby. The home side suffered a comprehensive humiliation that indicates they are no longer genuine rivals to the top international teams. South Africa’s performance underlined their position as the undisputed top team going into 2025.
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