Replacement fly-half Manie Libbok missed a penalty goal attempt from 35 metres in the last minute which would have secured the title for South Africa, who had won their four previous matches. The result knocks them off top spot in the world rankings, moving Ireland back to number one.

Simon Easterby unveils his 33 man squad for the Emerging Ireland tour against the Cheetahs, Pumas and Western Force in Bloemfontein

Munster's Alex Kendellen, who previously captained Ireland U20s, has been named as Tour captain by head coach Simon Easterby, who has taken over the position from Andy Farrell while he travels with Lions Tour in 2025.

Munster star Alex Kendellen has been selected by Simon Easterby to lead the 33-strong squad that has been picked for the tour after he missed out in 2022

AFTER some blistering performances in Paris during the summer, Ireland sevens star Zac Ward has been named in the squad for Emerging Ireland’s tour of South Africa. Wing Ward – son of former Ireland star Andy - has been on trial with Ulster after impressing in Ireland’s Olympic campaign.