Ireland 13-26 New Zealand: rugby union Test – as it happened
: This is a standalone Test match, representing a rare and significant opportunity for Ireland to face a premier cricketing nation like New Zealand in the longest format of the game. New Zealand v Ireland - Link 1
: New Zealand has dominated the most recent encounters, winning 26-13 in Chicago in November 2025 and 23-13 in Dublin the year prior. Ireland 13-26 New Zealand: rugby union Test –