We need your help now

Support from readers like you keeps The Journal open.

You are visiting us because we have something you value. Independent, unbiased news that tells the truth. Advertising revenue goes some way to support our mission, but this year it has not been enough.

If you've seen value in our reporting, please contribute what you can, so we can continue to produce accurate and meaningful journalism. For everyone who needs it.

€2 a Month €5 a Month One-off amount

All Blacks

This year
2026
PodcastThe 42 Rugby Weekly
McMillan linked with All Blacks job and Champions/Challenge Cup preview
tight-lipped
'I haven't even given any thought to that question' - McMillan on vacant All Blacks job
The Munster boss previously held coaching roles with New Zealand U20, Maori All Blacks and All Blacks XV teams.
16 Jan
2.8k
18
Razor
'Gutted' Scott Robertson sacked by All Blacks following damning review into 2025
Robertson ousted by New Zealand following strong criticism from senior All Blacks players.
15 Jan
6.9k
39
All Blacks
Savea's threat to leave might ultimately be empty, but it represents a big problem for NZ Rugby
Gavan Casey
14 Jan
4.7k
15
Last year
2025
Team news
Scott Barrett returns to captain All Blacks against England
13 Nov 2025
2.8k
18
Awareness
How Beauden Barrett helped Tadhg Beirne to get his red card overturned
6 Nov 2025
8.1k
13
Setback
Injured Jordie Barrett to miss rest of All Blacks tour
5 Nov 2025
4.8k
13
Verdict
Ireland's Tadhg Beirne free to play against Japan after 20-minute red card rescinded
The 42
5 Nov 2025
12.8k
19
Verdict
Ireland's Tadhg Beirne free to play against Japan after 20-minute red card rescinded
Beirne appeared before an independent Disciplinary Committee this evening after receiving the red card against New Zealand.
4 Nov 2025
11.4k
79
red card
'Fingers crossed' - Ireland's Beirne to face disciplinary hearing tonight
4 Nov 2025
5.9k
39
Newcomer
'It was my parents and my brother. It was really special'
4 Nov 2025
4.3k
2
PodcastRugby Weekly Extra
Ireland/All Blacks review
Challenge
'Zero excuses from here' - Farrell's Ireland must bounce back
3 Nov 2025
3.2k
38
impression
McCloskey stands up for Ireland but could miss Japan game
3 Nov 2025
3.6k
16
Regrets
'We let them off the ropes and we let them play'
2 Nov 2025
3.0k
14
slog
A frustrating, stop-start day felt like a missed chance for Ireland
2 Nov 2025
3.8k
16
Solidarity
'I was gutted for him' - Barrett says he will support Beirne
2 Nov 2025
11.1k
33
frustrations
'We got a red card and dealt with it pretty well. That doesn’t make it better'
1 Nov 2025
4.0k
22
Memories
'You'd probably catch salmonella off me I was so raw'
1 Nov 2025
2.8k
5
The big day
Ireland aim to repeat the feat against the All Blacks at Soldier Field
Andy Farrell’s men have enjoyed the build-up in Chicago but now they need to pitch up.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Chicago
1 Nov 2025
1.5k
16
Number 10
'I don't think I was hard done by. I wasn't satisfied with my performances'
31 Oct 2025
6.4k
22
The Boss
'Staying where we are isn’t going to be good enough' - Farrell
31 Oct 2025
1.8k
0
stu
Stuart McCloskey deserves his first shot at the All Blacks
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has backed the Ulster centre as his main man at 12.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Chicago
30 Oct 2025
3.6k
28
Number 10
'He deserves it' - Farrell backs Crowley at out-half for Ireland
30 Oct 2025
4.0k
7
Rugby News
This is the Ireland team to start against New Zealand in Chicago on Saturday
Paddy McCarthy is set for his debut off the bench, which also includes Caelan Doris.
The 42
Reports from Chicago
30 Oct 2025
16.0k
28
Team news
Sheehan captains Ireland as McCloskey and Baird start
Paddy McCarthy is set for his debut off the bench, which also includes Caelan Doris.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Chicago
30 Oct 2025
14.1k
131
RELATED
'Chicago added a bit of spice' - Remembering the All Blacks' fiery 2016 win in Dublin
29 Oct 2025
Some exciting new faces but Ireland to face familiar All Blacks side
26 Oct 2025
History
'I was at Soldier Field. We hired Lime bikes and were having cans'
30 Oct 2025
5.9k
2
Selection
Crowley set to wear Ireland's number 10 shirt against All Blacks
29 Oct 2025
7.7k
55
Paulie
'We're trying to develop depth. We're trying to win now and in the future'
29 Oct 2025
3.5k
5
PodcastRugby Weekly Extra
The Chicago experience and the New Zealand perspective
Memories
'I remember thinking, 'I don't know how we're going to lose''
29 Oct 2025
3.9k
9
Influence
'He was massive' - All Black Parker credits Munster boss McMillan
28 Oct 2025
2.9k
0
Skipper
'He's shown no ill-effects' - Ireland confident Doris is up to speed
28 Oct 2025
2.5k
15
Postcard from Chicago
The Kiwi welcome, dive bars, Murrays, and the Bear
28 Oct 2025
3.6k
1
Razor
'Jordie's time in Leinster served him well. He's given us good insights'
27 Oct 2025
5.9k
4
Update
Doris fit and available for Ireland's clash with New Zealand
27 Oct 2025
6.0k
73
chi town
Chicago has been Ireland's happy place. Can they make it three from three?
Andy Farrell’s men arrived last week and have been training hard.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Chicago
27 Oct 2025
2.7k
2
RELATED
Ireland's back row and midfield calls intriguing as Farrell plots in Chicago
26 Oct 2025
Some exciting new faces but Ireland to face familiar All Blacks side
26 Oct 2025
Irish analyst Foy rising through the ranks in New Zealand
25 Oct 2025
Selection
Ireland's back row and midfield calls intriguing as Farrell plots in Chicago
26 Oct 2025
9.8k
25
Razor Sharp
Some exciting new faces but Ireland to face familiar All Blacks side
26 Oct 2025
6.7k
0
Exit
Former Munster man Jason Holland to leave All Blacks role later this year
23 Oct 2025
3.2k
1
1
2
3
4
5
Next Articles
The Journal supports the work of the Press Council of Ireland and the Office of the Press Ombudsman, and our staff operate within the Code of Practice. You can obtain a copy of the Code, or contact the Council, at https://www.presscouncil.ie, PH: (01) 6489130, Lo-Call 1800 208 080 or email: mailto:info@presscouncil.ie