Recap: All Blacks defeat Ireland 40-21 to defend Eden Park streak

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Halfbacks Cam Roigard and Jamison Gibson-Park.

The All Blacks defended their 32-year undefeated streak at Eden Park with a 40-21 win against Ireland.

The All Blacks scored six tries as they earned a bonus point victory in their third Test of the Nations Championship.

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All Blacks lock Patrick Tuipulotu celebrates his try against Ireland at Eden Park.

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Tupou Vaa'i carries the ball for the All Blacks against Italy in Wellington.

All Blacks stack their pack to counter big Ireland threat

Lock Tupou Vaa'i to start at flanker alongside second rowers Patrick Tuipulotu and Sam Darry as the All Blacks seek to blunt the Irish at Eden Park.

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Ireland coach Andy Farrell overseas training at Auckland's King's College this week.

'Suits their DNA': Ireland coach praises All Blacks' form under Rennie

Andy Farrell also says his side are looking forward to returning to Eden Park after falling there during the series win over New Zealand in 2022.

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Jordie Barrett watches over All Blacks training at North Harbour Stadium today due to a minor leg injury.

All Blacks: Jordie Barrett sits out training ahead of Ireland clash

Team management take cautious approach to key midfielder, who took knock to a leg at the weekend.

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Analysis: 'Squeeze them' - pressure on All Blacks' pack to dominate Irish

Dave Rennie has named a big All Blacks pack but now they must play like one to continue their Eden Park streak, writes Patrick McKendry.

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All Blacks stack their pack to counter big Ireland threat

Lock Tupou Vaa'i to start at flanker alongside second rowers Patrick Tuipulotu and Sam Darry as the All Blacks seek to blunt the Irish at Eden Park.

Thu, Jul 16

'Suits their DNA': Ireland coach praises All Blacks' form under Rennie

Andy Farrell also says his side are looking forward to returning to Eden Park after falling there during the series win over New Zealand in 2022.

Thu, Jul 16

All Blacks: Jordie Barrett sits out training ahead of Ireland clash

Team management take cautious approach to key midfielder, who took knock to a leg at the weekend.

Tue, Jul 14

All Blacks' big men dominate Irish to extend streak at fortress

Dave Rennie's pack did what he asked them as the All Blacks ran in six tries in an excellent performance at Eden Park.

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All Blacks v Ireland: What you need to know

The All Blacks' Eden Park fortress is on the line as Ireland arrive in Auckland for the first time since their historic 2022 series win.

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Analysis: 'Squeeze them' - pressure on All Blacks' pack to dominate Irish

Dave Rennie has named a big All Blacks pack but now they must play like one to continue their Eden Park streak, writes Patrick McKendry.

Friday 11:00am

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All Blacks stack their pack to counter big Ireland threat

Lock Tupou Vaa'i to start at flanker alongside second rowers Patrick Tuipulotu and Sam Darry as the All Blacks seek to blunt the Irish at Eden Park.

Thu, Jul 16

'Suits their DNA': Ireland coach praises All Blacks' form under Rennie

Andy Farrell also says his side are looking forward to returning to Eden Park after falling there during the series win over New Zealand in 2022.

Thu, Jul 16

All Blacks: Jordie Barrett sits out training ahead of Ireland clash

Team management take cautious approach to key midfielder, who took knock to a leg at the weekend.

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