The South African women's team lost 2-0 to Chile while the SA men rallied to 2-2 draw with Ireland.

Chile scored through Francisca Vidaurre with a penalty corner in the ninth minute to lead 1-0 at half-time.

Another goal was added in the 49th minute after a long spell defending their goals. A fast breakout brought a brilliant save by replacement keeper Hanli Hattingh but lively Manuela Urroz roofed the rebound in spectacular fashion.

The Chileans have tied the series 1-1 after SA won the first Test 4-2 last week.

To be fair, a young, talented yet relatively untried SA side went into this match.

They were minus about 900 Test caps' worth of experience as battle-hardened soldiers in this squad -- Sanani Mangisa, Anelle van Deventer, Lisa Deetlefs, Sulette Damons, Marcelle Manson, Bernie Coston and Jade Mayne -- were rested.

It sets up a fascinating third Test Monday at 5pm, while the fourth and final Test is Tuesday at 6.30pm.

The Ireland men's short, sharp passing in confined areas led to goals from Michael Darling in the 19th minute and Alan Sothern in the 22nd for a 2-0 lead at half-time.

The determined South Africans fought their way back into the game and penalty corner strikes in the 40th by Jethro Eustice and Brandon Panther in the 57th -- three minutes from the end sets up a thriller at Hartleyvale in Monday's 7pm second and final Test.