Ireland v New Zealand as it happened: Result and reaction after All ...
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Ireland suffered a first defeat in Dublin in more than three years as an impressive New Zealand powered their way to a second consecutive Autumn Nations Series win.
Andy Farrell’s side were narrowly beaten by the All Blacks in a thrilling Paris quarter-final last October, ending their hopes of breaking their tournament hoodoo, but failed to channel any lingering hurt in a sloppy, scrappy performance. Josh van der Flier’s early second half try was their lone attacking bright spot as the hosts failed to find rhythm, perhaps dealing with some rust after several months away from international action and the departure of attack coach Mike Catt.
For New Zealand, meanwhile, this was another significant step forward after struggling to close out tight games during their Rugby Championship campaign. After beating England last week, this was a controlled and calm performance led by fly half Damian McKenzie, who eschewed his usual flicks and tricks to play an expert territorial game and strike six times from the tee on his way to 18 points. Will Jordan’s beautifully-taken try widened the final margin as the All Blacks knocked off a top-ranked Ireland side.
Re-live all of the action from the Aviva Stadium in our live blog below:
“It was extremely tough. The Irish are a great side. I’m really proud of the boys efforts, our forward pack really muscled up and we were able to build pressure through our kicking game.
“Test matches like that are won in small moments. We capitalised on a few of those, got some penalties and scored some points. We’re over the moon with that one. It was a little bit wet under foot so we had to be smart with our gameplan. My mindset was making our forwards’ job as easy as possible by putting the ball in front.
“I probably needed to put in a big performance. But I was able to work off a great platform. Our forwards made my life easy.”
Harry Latham-Coyle8 November 2024 22:07
For the first time since the 2021 Six Nations, Ireland have been beaten at the Aviva Stadium. The hosts just never got going tonight, sloppy, slapdash and snatching at chances as the All Blacks secured a significant win in Dublin. It didn’t feel like New Zealand really had to hit any of their top gears, either, but that’s two from two for Scott Robertson’s side on this northern excursion as the rebuild continues to show serious promise.
Harry Latham-Coyle8 November 2024 22:05
Harry Latham-Coyle8 November 2024 22:01
And they may well end the match with the ball, too. Rob Herring throws but the lone jumper in the lineout is Patrick Tuipulotu, who takes it in comfort.
Man of the match Damian McKenzie sends the ball to the stands and the match to a close.
Harry Latham-Coyle8 November 2024 22:00
Cam Roigard wastes no time in putting boot to ball, turning Hugo Keenan with a spiralling kick that ends up seven metres from the Ireland line. Time running short for Ireland, and a pass hits the floor in their attacking passage to leave them hailing Mary.
Jamie Osborne has little option but to kick, and Jordie Barrett is there to cover. Victory will be New Zealand’s.
Harry Latham-Coyle8 November 2024 21:59
So nearly something special! A delicate dab from Ciaran Frawley but Mack Hansen can’t quite pouch it with a single extended paw!
Clever, cute, but not quite collected.
Harry Latham-Coyle8 November 2024 21:56
Superb strength from Josh van der Flier, holding off Jordie Barrett and getting an offload away. Mack Hansen’s kick would be excellent were Ireland shutting down the game, but it topples into touch to allow New Zealand the chance to drain a minute or so off the clock. Asafo Aumua, impressively still chugging along deep into the contest, hits Scott Barrett and the All Blacks clear effectively.
Harry Latham-Coyle8 November 2024 21:55
But Ardie Savea, as he so often does, comes up with a crucial turnover! Rob Herring rumbles in to Ofa Tu’ungafasi from a pod of three forwards, but Finlay Bealham’s desire to offer a carrying option leaves him unable to get to Savea in time to shift the number eight off the ball. Penalty to New Zealand as the hosts’ hopes fade.
Andy Farrell turns to two more of his experienced heads - Conor Murray and Cian Healy replace Jamison Gibson-Park and Andrew Porter.
Harry Latham-Coyle8 November 2024 21:54
Lowe carries up the guts on first phase and has the ball again in the third, Ireland knowing they need to strike quickly. Jamie Osborne is on in midfield and is set up by some neat flicking hands from Peter O’Mahony.
Harry Latham-Coyle8 November 2024 21:52
What a kick! Is that the moment that sparks a comeback? It’s audacious from James Lowe, tight against the touchline as he releases a banana bomb that bends beautifully for him. Out into touch it scurries before Damian McKenzie can get anywhere near it - it’s a 50/22 and Ireland’s lineout.
Harry Latham-Coyle8 November 2024 21:50
