Ireland edged out the Springboks 25-24 (half-time score 16-6) after yet another nailbiter at Kings Park in Durban on Saturday, leaving the two-game series tied 11.
It followed a thrilling 2720 win for the Springboks in Pretoria the week before, which had broken the hosts Irish hoodoo after losses in their three previous meetings against the Six Nations champions and second-ranked team in the world.
The Durban Test wasnt perfect for either side and their coaches know there will be much to reflect on before the Springboks play Portugal in Bloemfontein next Saturday, and Ireland take on New Zealand after a break in November.
Here are four takeaways from the game.
DisciplineAfter a dominant first half, Ireland will only have themselves to blame for numerous lapses in discipline that saw the Springboks first claw their way back and then take a commanding role. The Irish know that they were saved only by Ciaran Frawleys two superb drop-goals to take the lead back right before the whistle sounded.
