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Reaction: New Zealand ease to victory over Ireland

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Reaction: New Zealand ease to victory over Ireland

The Counter Ruck: The Irish Times Rugby Podcast›

Jul 18, 202618:42

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What to make of Ireland’s 40-21 defeat to New Zealand on Saturday?

A chastening, worrying performance or simply a fair reflection of Ireland’s place in the current global pecking order?

Gordon D’Arcy joins Nathan Johns to analyse the final Ireland game of the season.

Produced by John Casey.

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