Springboks Aim for Series Win with Unchanged Squad Against Injury-Hit Ireland

An unchanged South Africa looks to clinch a series win against an injury-hit Ireland in Durban. The Springboks, fielding their most experienced lineup, seek to build on their 27-20 victory in Pretoria. Ireland faces several injuries and lineup changes, including a new captain for the second and final test.

South Africa will aim for a series victory with an unchanged squad as they face an injury-depleted Ireland in the second and final test in Durban on Saturday. The Springboks, who are current world champions, managed a 27-20 win in Pretoria despite a spirited performance by the Irish team.

The Springboks are fielding their most experienced lineup ever, with 990 caps among them, surpassing even the team that won last year's World Cup final against New Zealand. Coach Rassie Erasmus has chosen to retain the same match-day 23 that faced Ireland at Highveld altitude.

Irish injuries have forced changes in their lineup. Scrumhalf Craig Casey and hooker Dan Sheehan are out, while centre Bundee Aki is also missing. Coach Andy Farrell has replaced captain Peter O'Mahony with number eight Caelan Doris, aiming to incorporate James Ryan for added physicality in the pack.

(With inputs from agencies.)