Video / NZ HeraldBy Liam Napier in ParisThe moment of truth, the occasion to define Ian Foster’s All Blacks era, has arrived. The All Blacks have labelled their World Cup quarter-final against Ireland, the world’s No 1 side, their final. Such form disparity offers an insight into why Ireland is favoured to progress to their first World Cup semifinal. The All Blacks defence, though, which is ranked eighth at this World Cup with a tackle success of 78 per cent, must dramatically improve. Get full coverage of the Rugby World Cup.

Source: The Herald October 13, 2023 21:32 UTC