The All Blacks open up on the fear of making unwanted history as they prepare to take on Ireland in a massive Rugby World Cup quarter-final clash in Paris. Video / NZ HeraldBy Liam Napier in ParisWith a quarter-final front of mind, the All Blacks made nine starting changes for their final World Cup pool match last week. The Blues wing has claimed three tries in two World Cup appearances – two against France, one where he beat multiple defenders to finish against Italy. Rugby World Cup 2023 quarter-final scheduleDe Groot appears likely to be ushered into the starting loosehead role after serving his two-week suspension for a high shot against Namibia. Ethan de Groot missed the next two Rugby World Cup pool matches.

Source: The Herald October 11, 2023 18:42 UTC