World champion South Africa overcomes a red card and a halftime deficit to beat France 32-17 and hand Les Tricolores yet another stinging defeat two years after a shuddering loss.

What is it about this fixture and controversy? Two years since these sides last met in one of the most scintillating World Cup matches of all time, from which South Africa emerged victorious on their journey to global domination,

World champions South Africa recovered from 14-6 down and the sending-off of powerhouse lock Lood de Jager to overpower France 32-17 in a bruising Autumn international on Saturday.

South Africa has taken over leadership of a regional body from Madagascar, which decided to relinquish the role following a military takeover sparked by nationwide protests.

India A Vs South Africa A 2nd Unofficial Test, Day 3 Weather Forecast: The probability of precipitation is low at 5%, with no chance of thunderstorms (0%)

France have named a new halfback pairing with Nolann Le Garrec starting alongside Romain Ntamack for Saturday’s test against South Africa at the Stade de France, with captain Antoine Dupont still unavailable after a knee ligament injury.

Dhruv Jurel struck his fifth first-class century and second in the match, to strengthen his case for a middle-order spot in next week's first South Africa Test in Kolkata.