South Africa may feel they have Ireland figured out, but would do well to recall an important recent lesson.
Rassie Erasmus has fitness concerns over key players but a wealth of options to blood against Wales and Ireland
Just how long can this continue? It’s now over a decade since Yokohama Canon Eagles last beat Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights. That was a 23-18 win in 2013. In the 15 games since, the Eagles have been shot down each time, often by large margins.
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has named his 36-player squad that will prepare to take on Wales on Saturday, with uncapped Munster duo Oli Jager and Tom Ahern receiving call-ups.
Peter O'Mahony is set to captain Ireland this Guinness Six Nations in their title defence.
The first Guinness Six Nations after a World Cup often sees a changing of the guard, with new faces emerging as a fresh four-year cycle begins.
Defending Super Rugby Pacific champions the Crusaders have shown their class during a convincing 48-13 win over the Western Force in round 11.
Super Rugby may have diminished in fan interest in recent years, but that hasn't stopped it churning out talent... check out the RugbyPass Super Rugby Under-23 squads.
Mike Rehu presents the first team of the week from the 2019 Super Rugby season.
Here are all of week three's lineups in one place.