: Ireland suffered an early setback when Tadhg Beirne was issued a contentious red card just 10 minutes into the game.
The rivalry's next major installment is set for the inaugural in July 2026. : Ireland suffered an early setback when Tadhg
The rivalry between New Zealand and Ireland has evolved into one of rugby's most intense modern dramas, characterized by historic "firsts" and high-stakes clashes. While the All Blacks dominated the fixture for over a century, Ireland ignited a fierce back-and-forth rivalry beginning in 2016, leading to a series of matches where victory is never certain. The Recent Echoes of Chicago (November 2025) While the All Blacks dominated the fixture for
The most recent chapter was written on November 1, 2025, at Soldier Field in Chicago—the same venue where Ireland famously broke their 111-year drought in 2016. However, this "Chicago Rematch" belonged to New Zealand. : New Zealand defeated Ireland 26–13 . : New Zealand defeated Ireland 26–13