Windy City Return: Nine Years on, Ireland-All Blacks Rivalry Is as Spicy as Ever

Windy City return: Nine years on, Ireland-All Blacks rivalry is as spicy as ever

Rich recent history, and the resumption of their staunch, dualling rivalry, sets the scene for the All Blacks and Ireland's return to Chicago this weekend.

Why All Blacks star Cam Roigard will relish his duel against Ireland

All Blacks halfback Cam Roigard is set to clash with Kiwi Jamison Gibson-Park, who now plays for Ireland, in the test in Chicago.

All Blacks great expresses doubt about 'unsettled' Ireland after Andy Farrell's 'unusual' Lions decisions

Ex-All Blacks star Justin Marshall insists that there is absolutely no doubt which team is best prepared for the massive clash in Chicago.

'He was massive' - All Black Parker credits Munster boss McMillan

The Kiwis are expecting a serious challenge from the Irish attack in Chicago.

Rúaidhrí O’Connor and Cian Tracey tee up Ireland v New Zealand in Chicago

The Irish Independent’s Rúaidhrí O’Connor and Cian Tracey report from Chicago, where Ireland are preparing to face New Zealand at Soldier Field. The two teams met at the venue in 2016, with Ireland scoring a famous first win in the fixture. Now, the All Blacks are out for revenge nine years on. The lads discuss New Zealand’ season and where they are at under Scott Robertson, Ireland’s preparation and what success looks like this November. Credit…

Ex-Munster star to sing Ireland's Call for Chicago All Blacks test

Ireland are all set for a rematch against the All Blacks in Chicago this weekend, nine years after the historic match in the same city. It marked a changing of the guard of sorts in Irish rugby as it established Ireland as an elite rugby nation and catapulted them to the pinnacle of number 1 in the World Rankings. It’s why Ireland’s return to Soldier Field this Saturday to face the All Blacks is such a special occasion, and one that is a ‘pinch …