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South Africa Stuns Ireland 27-20 in Dublin to End 13-Year Win Drought at Aviva Stadium
South Africa defeated Ireland 27-20 at Aviva Stadium on November 22, 2025, ending a 13-year winless streak in Dublin. Rassie Erasmus' rebuilt Springboks outlasted a depleted Ireland side in a gritty Autumn Nations Series clash.
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Springboks End 13-Year Dublin Drought with 24-13 Win Amid Irish Disciplinary Collapse
The Springboks ended a 13-year winless streak in Dublin with a 24-13 victory over Ireland on November 16, 2024, as Ireland’s five disciplinary cards—including a red—plunged them into chaos, sealing South Africa’s first win at Aviva Stadium since 2012.
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In which sport is South Africa best at?
South Africa has a strong sporting culture and is well-known for its success in a variety of sports. Rugby, cricket, soccer and golf are all popular sports in the country, but South Africa is particularly successful at athletics. South African athletes have won over 100 Olympic medals, including a gold medal in the 800m at the 2004 Athens Olympic Games. South Africa also has a rich history in cricket, having won the Cricket World Cup in 1992, and having produced world-class players such as Jacques Kallis and AB de Villiers. Rugby is also very popular in South Africa, and the national team, the Springboks, have won the Rugby World Cup three times. Soccer is another popular sport in the country, and the South African national team has competed in the FIFA World Cup. In conclusion, South Africa is a successful sporting nation, and its athletes have achieved great success in a variety of sports, particularly athletics and cricket.
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