Can Ireland finally win a series in South Africa?

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As world champions South Africa and Ireland prepare to meet in the first of a two-Test series, BBC Sport highlights storylines to look out for.

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Ireland

Island in the North Atlantic Ocean

Ireland players feel fresh and ready - O'Connell

Ireland forwards coach Paul O'Connell says the Irish squad feel "fresh and ready" to face World Cup winners South Africa in their two-match Test series.

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Springboks name 12 World Cup winners to face Ireland

South Africa name 12 of the starters from the 2023 Rugby World Cup final in their side for the opening Test with Ireland on Saturday.

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South Africa

Country in Southern Africa

South African parties agree on cabinet posts, sealing deal on new government 01:45

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BBC Sport

Sports division of the BBC

How 'Magnificent' Demiral & Gulok's 'save of the tournament' guided Turkey to last eight

BBC Sport pundits Martin Keown and Dion Dublin analyse Turkey defender Merih Demiral's 'remarkable' performance and goalkeeper Mert Gulok's extraordinary..

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How 'outstanding' Gakpo inspired Dutch to victory against Romania

BBC Sport pundits Alan Shearer, Alex Scott and Ashley Williams discuss the "brilliant" performance from Netherlands forward Cody Gakpo as Ronald Koeman's side..

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