Ireland, All Blacks and Chicago
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How the world’s media reacted to the All Blacks’ 26-13 victory over Ireland in Chicago. The All Blacks started their Grand Slam pursuit with a grinding 26-13 win over Ireland in Chicago but face a nervous wait over the fate of Barrett brothers Scott and Jordie.
Outmanoeuvring an Ireland team who managed to upset their usual flow, the All Blacks achieved a 26-13 winning start to their northern tour and immediately set their sights on Scotland in Edinburgh at the weekend.
Conor and Gavin reflect on Ireland's defeat to New Zealand in Chicago on the latest Ireland Rugby Social. Former international scrum-half Murray breaks down the key moments from the match, including the controversial red card shown to Tadhg Beirne and its impact on the game.
Nine years on from an historic success over the All Blacks, Ireland return to Chicago to take on New Zealand again. Then coached by Joe Schmidt, Ireland secured their first ever victory over the world champions at Soldier Field in 2016,
Phil Gifford is a Contributing Sports Writer for NZME. He is one of the most-respected voices in New Zealand sports journalism. The All Blacks overcame a poor first half to defeat Ireland 26-13 in Chicago.
Two final-quarter tries within five minutes saw the All Blacks finally subdue Ireland to claim their Chicago rematch 26-13 on Sunday (NZT). Until replacement players, prop Tamaiti Williams (61 minutes) and flanker Wallace Sititi (66 minutes) scored ...
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Why Ireland faced a slightly different All Blacks Haka in Chicago after introducing ‘sacred’ tool
The All Blacks have made an addition to the haka this season with the inclusion of a ‘Maripi’, and great hooker Codie Taylor explained the significance of it to the team. They
Ireland coach Andy Farrell says his team's clash with New Zealand in Chicago on Saturday marks the start of the long build-up to the 2027 World Cup as he returns to the helm of the Six Nations giants.