Springbok vs Ireland all time record

South Africa lead the all-time test series against Ireland 24–13 with 1 draw, from their first meeting in 1906. Ireland enjoyed their strongest-ever run against the Springboks during the 2016–2023 era, winning several consecutive tests and climbing to world number one, but South Africa’s overall dominance in the series remains intact. The two teams have met at three Rugby World Cups, with South Africa winning all three encounters.