: Historic matches often featured lopsided results, such as New Zealand's 60–0 win in 2012 and 63–15 in 1997. The Turning Point: Chicago 2016
: Most recently, the All Blacks have re-established some control, winning their last three encounters, including a 26–13 victory in Chicago in November 2025. Google Sports Data This response uses data provided by Google Sports : Historic matches often featured lopsided results, such
: Despite Ireland's success in test matches, the All Blacks have continued to dominate on the biggest stage, defeating Ireland in the quarterfinals of both the 2019 and 2023 Rugby World Cups. : Ireland secured their first-ever victory against the
: Ireland secured their first-ever victory against the All Blacks in Dublin in 2018 with a 16–9 result. : This victory removed the "fear factor" for
For over a century, the matchup was famously one-sided. New Zealand's "aura" often secured victories before the whistle even blew.
: This victory removed the "fear factor" for Ireland and signaled the start of a genuine, balanced rivalry. Recent History and Rivalry Shift (2018–Present)