New Zealand 40 - 21 Ireland - Match Report & Highlights

New Zealand defeated Ireland 40-21 at Eden Park on Saturday 18th July in the inaugural Nations Championship, securing three wins from three in their home block. The All Blacks crossed for six tries through Tuipulotu, Savea, Jordan, Aumua, McKenzie, and Lienert-Brown, while Ireland — missing 12 players through injury — replied with three tries from Conan, McCarthy, and Keenan. Ireland twice pulled within 14 points in the second half but could not secure a fourth try for a bonus point.