Talking points ahead of Ireland’s series decider against New Zealand
New Zealand and Ireland meet on Saturday for a titanic series decider at Sky Stadium in Wellington.
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Former rugby league star Tuivasa-Sheck poised for All Blacks debut
WELLINGTON: Cross-code jumper Roger Tuivasa-Sheck says his promotion to New Zealand's starting team "is a dream" as he prepares to make an unexpected All Blacks debut in the cauldron of a series-deciding Test against Ireland.
All Blacks coach Foster downplays pressure ahead of Ireland series decider
Ian Foster has downplayed the pressure mounting on him as New Zealand coach, saying on Thursday that all his focus is on beating an outstanding Ireland in the series-deciding third Test.
All Blacks v Ireland, second Test: All You Need to Know
Nobody said it would be easy, but Ireland's mammoth tour of New Zealand is proving to be an incredible test, both physically and mentally.
All Blacks coach expects improved Ireland for second Test
The All Blacks know to expect an Irish side "desperate to keep the series alive" when the sides clash in Dunedin on Saturday, says Ian Foster.
Seconds out: All Blacks and Irish go again in second test
New Zealand and Ireland are preparing for a second titanic test in Dunedin on Saturday as the tourists fight to stay alive in the series and the All Blacks look to drive home their advantage.
Papalii in for All Blacks as Hansen returns for Ireland
:New Zealand and Ireland have each made one change to their starting sides for Saturday's second test in Dunedin, the All Blacks bringing in Dalton Papalii at blindside flanker and the tourists restoring Mack Hansen to the right wing.
Papalii comes into All Blacks side for second Ireland test
New Zealand coach Ian Foster has made one enforced change to his starting side for Saturday's second test against Ireland in Dunedin, bringing in Dalton Papalii at blindside flanker and shifting Scott Barrett to lock.