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Underdog Ireland gear up for All Blacks test

Rugby

Underdog Ireland gear up for All Blacks test

The Counter Ruck: The Irish Times Rugby Podcast›

Jul 17, 202623:52

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Nathan Johns and John O’Sullivan pick through Andy Farrell’s team selection ahead of this weekend’s clash with the All Blacks.

Are Ireland deservedly underdogs or are we gearing up for another famous win on Kiwi soil?

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