Overview
- Assistant coach Mzwandile Stick said the team feels unfairly treated by recent refereeing and disciplinary calls after successive red cards for locks.
- Franco Mostert faces a disciplinary hearing on Tuesday or Wednesday, with a decision expected before Thursday’s squad announcement for Dublin.
- Lood de Jager was sent off against France and given a four‑match ban, and his appeal is due to be heard this week.
- Eben Etzebeth said the Springboks will not change their approach, highlighting planned depth at lock and an emphasis on tackle height adjustments.
- South Africa are 3–0 on tour and targeting a first Dublin win since 2012, as Ireland label the clash a proper test and expect returns for Gary Ringrose and Josh van der Flier, with Stuart McCloskey ruled out.