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Ireland prepares for WXV Tests against South Africa with key players returning

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Last updated Oct 24, 2026

Ireland prepares for WXV Tests against South Africa with key players returning
Summary

Ireland faces South Africa in Cape Town on Saturday for the first of two WXV Tests. Dorothy Wall, starting for Ireland, highlights the team's focus on defensive strength and execution after a mixed start in the series. Ireland lost to the USA but recovered with a win over Japan. South Africa has also experienced ups and downs, with victories over Spain and Italy and a loss to Wales. Both teams seek improvements as they play for the first time in South Africa.

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  • •Ireland plays South Africa in Cape Town on October 28, 2026.
  • •Wall emphasizes focus on defense and scoring opportunities.
  • •Ireland looks to build on a win over Japan despite a prior loss.
  • •South Africa aims for improvement following a heavy defeat by Wales.
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  • 9:19 AMYahoo Sports — Wall on South Africa, surfing and pink scrum caps
  • 9:19 AMBBC Sport — Wall on South Africa, surfing and pink scrum caps
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Ahead of Ireland's WXV Tests in South Africa, Dorothy Wall discusses the Springboks, surfing and her iconic pink scrum cap.

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Ahead of Ireland's WXV Tests in South Africa, Dorothy Wall discusses the Springboks, surfing and her iconic pink scrum cap.

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