Ulster centre Stuart McCloskey believes the rivalry between Ireland and South Africa has taken on a new edge in recent years.
While not traditionally one of rugby’s classic match-ups, clashes between the two nations have intensified as both sides have risen to the top of the world game.
The Springboks are back-to-back world champions, but Ireland enjoyed a strong run against them between 2017 and 2024, including a 13-8 victory in their pool clash at the 2023 World Cup in Paris.
The Boks eventually struck back with a 27-20 win at…
