Ireland-Springboks test dates announced

Ireland will face South Africa in a two-test series this June, with matches to be played in Bloemfontein and  Cape Town on June…

Ireland will face South Africa in a two-test series this June, with matches to be played in Bloemfontein and  Cape Town on June 12th and 19th respectively.

The dates, which include a November 10th return clash in Ireland, were announced by the South African Rugby Football Union.

The Ireland clash will represent the first in charge for South Africa's new manager; a successor to Rudi Straeuli will be appointed in the coming fortnight.

The Springboks will also take on Wales on June 26th, ahead of their participation in July's Tri-Nations tournament.