To contest or not to contest? That is the question for Ireland’s aerial game
Performance under the high ball likely to be tested against Fiji and outcome sure to be instructive
All Blacks
Andy Farrell needs to shut out the din of negativity around the Ireland team
Some supporters and critics don’t seem to have learned from the previous highs and lows in our rugby history
France end All Blacks’ winning run with thrilling Stade de France victory
Thomas Ramos kicks 15 points as Fabien Galthie’s side hold firm in a nerve-wracking finale
Gerry Thornley: France-New Zealand could be the best match of the Autumn Nations Series
There’s something about a November clash in Paris and all the more so on a Saturday night
Was that an aura of arrogance or ignorance around Ireland? Whatever, they need to get real
If Ireland play again like they did against the All Blacks, then the next few weeks will hold a great deal of pain
All Blacks’ Beauden Barrett and Codie Taylor return to start against France
Pair missed game against Ireland due to concussion
Aviva Stadium atmosphere debate: ‘I almost felt self-conscious loudly cheering on Ireland’
The Irish Times asked readers to let us know their experiences of last Friday’s game against the All Blacks. Here’s what they said
Gordon D’Arcy: Ireland doesn’t have a huge rugby-playing population and there are weaknesses with the system
All Blacks’ fresh faces had perhaps a bit more of a point to prove as Ireland failed to reach their normal standards
Farrell set to stay his hand on wholesale changes for Ireland XV against Argentina
Robbie Henshaw likely to be recalled in midfield, while indications are that Jack Crowley will line out as outhalf
High price of penalties left Ireland in the red against All Blacks
The principal question has to be ‘were the penalties avoidable?’ And the short answer is ‘yes’
‘It just wasn’t who we are’: Mack Hansen disappointed with losing return to Irish XV
Connacht winger says squad is determined to put untypical display against New Zealand behind them
Owen Doyle: Ireland must ensure Scott Barrett’s claim about Joe McCarthy is not swept under the carpet
World Rugby Council’s decisions this week on new laws could have big effects
Gerry Thornley: Ireland were poor, the referee was poor, the crowd was poor and the All Blacks were adequate
Andy Farrell’s men will be stung by the manner of the loss but success for the southern hemisphere nations sets up the rest of the Autumn Nations Series nicely
How did you find the atmosphere at the Aviva for Ireland v New Zealand? We want to hear your thoughts
Did the energy at the Aviva Stadium on Friday live up to what we’ve come to expect from an Ireland-All Blacks test?
Why Ireland won’t push the panic button after All Blacks defeat
The Counter Ruck podcast: How worried should Irish rugby be after a disheartening defeat to the All Blacks?
Ireland intent on ‘bouncing back’ against improving Argentina
Pumas visit Aviva on Friday after beginning end-of-year tour with resounding 50-18 victory over Italy
Denis Walsh: Players’ fear of missing out means managers can reign serenely
Eddie Jones may have had success with England, but the days of head coaches ruling with an iron fist are over. Aren’t they?
Thomas Clarkson nears Ireland debut as Andy Farrell considers changes for Argentina clash
Ciarán Frawley and Robbie Henshaw among other players pushing for a start for Ireland against in-form Argentina
Ireland fall to third in world rankings after defeat to New Zealand
Ireland lose top spot as South Africa take over first after defeat of Scotland and New Zealand second
View from New Zealand: Ireland’s problem is they keep bringing the best out of the All Blacks
Doubts about Scott Robertson’s ability to lead the All Blacks have receded since Friday’s impressive win in Dublin
Many of the murmuring Aviva Stadium crowd left early or headed to the bar. Irish expectations have changed
You pays your money - a lot of it - and you takes your choice has become the mantra of many fans at Ireland games
‘Put that in the book’: Rieko Ioane opens fresh chapter in Johnny Sexton spat
All Blacks centre took to social media to send a message to the former Ireland captain after win on Friday night
Bundee Aki’s broad shoulders not enough to carry an off-colour Ireland against All Blacks
The Connacht centre time and again tried to drag his team over the gainline as he carried the fight to the land of his birth
Five things we learned from Ireland’s defeat to New Zealand as McKenzie stars and punters punished by 8.10pm kick-off
McKenzie punishes Ireland after penalty giveaway; punters punished by 8.10pm kick-off; Healy closes in on record; All Blacks shut down maul at source; was bench pressed into action too late?
New Zealand media hail ‘courageous All Blacks’ but note fan bemusement over anthem being cut short
New Zealand fans at the Aviva Stadium left wondering why the English verse of their anthem was not played
‘I had to make a point’: All Blacks’ Scott Barrett says he reacted to ‘below the line stuff’ against Ireland
Tempers momentarily flared early in the first half at the Aviva
Ireland’s energy and accuracy ‘wasn’t what was needed’ to beat All Blacks, says Farrell
Loss to New Zealand ends Ireland’s 19-match winning streak at home
When Ireland get ahead of themselves, trust New Zealand to deliver a reality check
Matt Williams tried to warn us, but did we listen?
Ireland fail to ignite as All Blacks end three-year run of home wins
Andy Farrell’s side racked up errors and gave away too many penalties while New Zealand just had to stay cute and confident
All Blacks end Ireland’s winning streak at home with deserving victory
A strangely subdued night in the Aviva where the Irish attack floundered on errors
Ireland 13 New Zealand 23: How the Irish players rated at the Aviva Stadium
Andy Farrell’s team didn’t click on the day but Gibson-Park stood out despite the defeat
Ireland 13 New Zealand 23 FT: Autumn Nations Series as it happened
Defeat for Andy Farrell’s team after error-strewn display against the All Blacks at the Aviva Stadium
Tedious scrums continue to be a blessing and a curse for Ireland
Efforts to speed up set piece go unnoticed at the Aviva
Gerry Thornley: Set-piece will be crucial if Ireland are to beat All Blacks
With Tadhg Furlong out, recalling Iain Henderson to the bench adds some horsepower
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