From safari to Springboks - King ready for history

In the middle of safaris, birthday celebrations and games of the Traitors, Ireland know they are in South Africa to do a job.

The two Tests, which form part of the WVX Global Series, will be the first time Ireland's women have played on Springbok soil.

It will be a historic occasion as the sides meet on Saturday at 14:00 BST and, for captain Erin King, it is a trip to savour.

Just three days after celebrating her 23rd birthday, the flanker will lead Scott Bemand's side out in Cape Town for the first time.

"We've definitely spoken about the history of getting to play in Cape Town and getting to play in South Africa," she said.

"Rugby is everything for them. They eat and breathe rugby, and there's so much history there.

"We'd love to come over, win the two Tests and create a bit of history."

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