JOE SCHMIDT’S SIDE made history in South Africa today with a stunning 26-20 victory over the Springboks in Cape Town. Here’s a selection of the best images from this afternoon’s enthralling encounter.
Jared Payne’s try started it all off
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South African-born CJ Stander sees red
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Jamie Heaslip sent crashing to the ground
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Andrew Trimble propels himself into the air
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Conor Murray looking for support
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Keith Earls on the attack
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Tadgh Furlong celebrates with an emotional Devin Toner
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Paddy Jackson, Conor Murray and Keith Earls savouring the moment
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Head coach Joe Schmidt embraces Rory Best
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