Overview
- New Zealand defeated Ireland 40-21 at Eden Park on Saturday, extending the All Blacks’ unbeaten run at the venue to 53 Tests and giving Dave Rennie a 3-0 start in the Nations Championship.
- The All Blacks scored six tries through Patrick Tuipulotu, Ardie Savea, Will Jordan, Asafo Aumua, Damian McKenzie and Anton Lienert-Brown while Ireland crossed three times via Jack Conan, Joe McCarthy and Hugo Keenan.
- Luke Jacobson was shown a yellow card for a dangerous ruck cleanout on Josh van der Flier, a decision that led to an off-field review but did not become a red card during the match.
- Will Jordan’s score added a major personal milestone as he passed the 50-Test-try mark for New Zealand, continuing a prolific run of form in recent Tests.
- Coach Rennie said hooker Codie Taylor suffered a calf strain and will be doubtful for the opening games of the upcoming South Africa tour, leaving the squad’s front‑row options under immediate review.