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.
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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.
'I haven't had a good history with Ireland' - Tuipulotu
New Zealand second row Patrick Tuipulotu is hoping to make some better memories against Ireland this week, after being recalled to the All Blacks squad.
'He's like Papa Scrums to me' - Tadhg Furlong speaks of respect for All Blacks coach Greg Feek
While the Irish scrum is going through a difficult period, you don't have to go back far to find a time when the Irish set-piece was rock solid.
Rugby-All Blacks trio won't be rushed back for second test, says captain Cane
(Reuters) - All Blacks captain Sam Cane said there is no pressure on Will Jordan, David Havili and Jack Goodhue to return for Saturday's second test against Ireland after all three missed the series opener due to COVID-19.