'There is kind of a sinister element': Joe Schmidt's ruthless analytical streak was on display in interesting post-match interview
9 years ago by Irish IndependentAn Irish team featuring 15 changes saw off Canada 52-21 at the Aviva Stadium last night with Joe Schmidt now turning his attention to a mouthwatering rematch with the All Blacks next weekend.
All Blacks bounce back
9 years ago by Green and Gold RugbyThe All Blacks bounced back from their disappointment in Chicago by trouncing Italy 68-10 in front of a near sell-out game in Rome. Sometimes their forwards set up play by attracting too many defenders...
All Blacks get back their mojo, ready for Ireland rematch
9 years ago by iol.co.zaA rout of Italy has put the disappointment of a first loss to Ireland behind them and prepared the All Blacks for a shot at redemption in Dublin.
Revamped All Blacks offer Hansen Ireland options
9 years ago by Rugby 365REACTION: New Zealand coach Steve Hansen admits his current crop might struggle to emulate Richie McCaw and Dan Carter.
Highlights: Italy vs All Blacks (2016)
9 years ago by SA RugbyThe All Blacks scored 10 tries to defeat Italy 68-10 at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome on Saturday.
'It's tough' - Joe Schmidt admits to big selection headaches in back row, front row and back three
9 years ago by Irish IndependentJoe Schmidt insists he faces "tough decisions" over Ireland's back-row, back-three and front-row for the side to take on New Zealand next weekend.
All Blacks ready for Ireland rematch
9 years ago by TheRoar.com.auNew Zealand’s 10-try rout of Italy helped put the disappointment of a first loss to Ireland behind them and prepared the team for a shot at redemption in Dublin, according to the All Blacks. All...
Selection headache for Ireland’s Schmidt
9 years ago by TheRoar.com.auIreland coach Joe Schmidt admits he faces tough decisions at the selection table ahead of next weekend’s return bout against the All Blacks. All the wash-up from Scotland vs Wallabies: » Match report:...
England showdown kicks off crunch year for Ireland women
9 years ago by Irish IndependentA three-week series starting this afternoon against England in Belfield, and then featuring Canada and New Zealand over the next two weekends, is like taking the toughest World Cup pool imaginable and...
Italy suffer as All Blacks return to form
9 years ago by Irish IndependentNew Zealand put Italy to the sword as they ran in 10 tries at Rome's Stadio Olympico during a 68-10 victory.
