PremiumOpinionHome / Sport / Rugby / All BlacksOpinion byGregor PaulRugby analyst·NZ Herald·18 Jul, 2026 06:00 PM5 mins to readRugby analyst and feature writerThe All Blacks have successfully defended their Eden Park record by defeating Ireland. Video / Sky SportAdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.Gregor Paul at Eden ParkThe All Blacks clocked a good win at Eden Park, against a good Ireland team and gave a nation reason to feel good about itself.
It’s a seriously tough gig these days just to win a test against one of the recognised heavyweights, but to
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