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All Blacks leave Irish with familiar sinking feeling
After a six-try defeat by New Zealand in Eden Park, Ireland have now lost six games in a row against the All Blacks, France and South Africa.
July 18, 2026Ireland genuinely believe they can beat us - Rennie
New Zealand head coach Dave Rennie says his side is "well aware of Ireland's ability" as the two teams prepare to meet in Saturday's Nations Championship match in Auckland.
July 13, 2026First-time captain Beirne expects high-tempo Japan duel
Tadhg Beirne says he is looking forward to a "special, special moment" when he captains Ireland for the first time in Saturday's Nations Championship game against Japan.
July 10, 2026Who are the three uncapped players in Ireland squad?
BBC Sport NI assesses the credentials of the three uncapped players named by Ireland head coach Andy Farrell in his squad for the upcoming Nations Championship fixtures.
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All Blacks leave Irish with familiar sinking feeling
Ireland have been beaten four times in succession by New Zealand As the All Blacks extended their long unbeaten run at Eden Park to 53 matches with a 40-21 victory over Ireland, it was the continuati
Ireland genuinely believe they can beat us - Rennie
New Zealand are unbeaten at Eden Park in 52 games New Zealand head coach Dave Rennie said his players are "well aware of Ireland's ability" as the two teams prepare to meet in Saturday's Nations Cham
First-time captain Beirne expects high-tempo Japan duel
Beirne (centre) will lead Ireland out for the first time in Saturday's game Tadhg Beirne says he is looking forward to a "special, special moment" when he captains Ireland for the first time in Satur
Who are the three uncapped players in Ireland squad?
Billy Bohan, Sam Illo and Sean Jansen have all yet to win their first senior Ireland caps The sense of anticipation felt by Ireland supporters about the start of the inaugural Nations Championship ra