Ireland waiting for Springboks

Ireland hooker Dan Sheehan says Saturday's meeting with world champions South Africa at the Aviva Stadium will provide “a great marker” to show the level of his side.

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The match against the Springboks will complete Ireland's November internationals.

Andy Farrell's side lost to New Zealand in Chicago, then defeated Japan and Australia in Dublin in their first three fixtures.

“We've had some proper battles with them over the past couple of years,” said Sheehan.

“It’s always an exciting game to be a part of and | think everyone's really looking forward to getting up for the world champions coming to town and see where we are.

“We've been building nicely every week so far after maybe a slow start.”