'There is definitely one man smiling down from upstairs at this crew' - Simon Zebo shares poignant image after All Blacks win
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentFrom the moment the mighty All Blacks took their positions to perform the Haka, there was a sense that something special was in the air.
Ireland full of respect for the All Blacks after historic win, says Rory Best – video
1 decade ago by The GuardianRory Best says that Ireland’s historic win over the All Blacks is so monumental because of the amount of respect his side have for New Zealand. Speaking following the 40-29 win over the All Blacks in...
'We got beaten by a side who were better than us on the day' - Classy All Blacks gracious in defeat
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentNew Zealand have insisted a hectic off-field schedule in Chicago had no impact on Saturday's 40-29 defeat to Ireland at Soldier Field.
Irish victory tinged with sadness
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaIreland’s historic win over the All Blacks was tinged with sadness following the recent death of former international Anthony “Axel” Foley.
Stander: This was for Axel
1 decade ago by Sky Sports RugbyProud flanker CJ Stander admitted he could never have helped Ireland make history against New Zealand without his rugby "rock" Anthony Foley.
Best revels in historic Ireland win over All Blacks
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsIreland captain Rory Best insists while his side's historic defeat of world champions New Zealand may have been a long time coming, it was certainly worth the wait.
Ireland break drought to upset New Zealand for the first time ever
1 decade ago by Rugby DumpIt took them 29 attempts and 111 years but Ireland finally got their first win over the All Blacks, and it was well deserved. Chicago played host for the historic match, as Ireland played some thrilling...
Ireland v New Zealand: Here is a breakdown of all your essential reading following historic win over All Blacks
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentIt wasn't a dream. Ireland ended a 111-year famine with a sensational 40-29 win over the All Blacks last night.
CJ Stander dedicates Ireland victory over All Blacks to Anthony Foley
1 decade ago by The Guardian• Munster flanker pays tribute to coach who died last month• ‘He meant so much – he was really the rock in my rugby the last four years’The Ireland flanker CJ Stander admitted he could never...
Ireland Stun All Blacks In Chicago
1 decade ago by Munster Rugby NewsAfter 29 meetings and 111 years of trying, Ireland finally have a men's senior international win over New Zealand to cherish with Munster's CJ Stander, Conor Murray and Simon Zebo all crossing for tries...
