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Gregor Paul: All Blacks' effort was 15 months in the making
The Irish exposed New Zealand in July last year.
In an ABs triumph filled with heroes, one stood taller than the rest
Sam Cane delivered a rampaging trail of defensive destruction.
All Blacks' tough win over Ireland: The stats that matter most
The stats break down the joy for New Zealand and the pain for Ireland.
Chris Rattue: Ian Foster may have just saved his reputation
OPINION: Chris Rattue runs through the best and worst from today's Rugby World Cup action.
Beyond the Game: All Blacks fight for win over Ireland
NZ Herald's Rugby World Cup news show Beyond the Game sees Cheree Kinnear and Elliott Smith unpack the All Blacks' victory over Ireland in their quarter-final match. Video / NZ Herald
'You're still the best, Dad': Ireland star's heartwarming moment with son
A dejected Johnny Sexton shared a wonderful moment with his son after the match.
'Cruel Irish agony': How world media reacted to stunning All Blacks win
How the world reacted to the All Blacks' stunning World Cup win.
Ireland and All Blacks fans speak about close game
Rugby fans supporting Ireland and the All Blacks at Headquarters this morning speak about the All Blacks victory. Video / Bonnie Jansen
Player ratings: The best and worst of the All Blacks (feat two perfect 10s)
How the All Blacks rated in their 28-24 win over Ireland.
Look out world! All Blacks triumph in one of the great World Cup tests
Revenge is sweet for the All Blacks as they stride one step closer to World Cup glory.
'Brilliant, brave and astonishing': All Blacks answer moment of truth
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Rugby World Cup: History beckons as Fiji prepares for England
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Live updates of the Rugby World Cup quarter between the All Blacks and Ireland.
Argentina stun Wales to make semis
Argentina have advanced to the Rugby World Cup semifinals for just the third time.
Editorial: Why Ian Foster deserves thanks regardless of Rugby World Cup finish
Ian Foster has given his all to All Black rugby for 12 years.
All Blacks v Ireland: Your ultimate stats and trivia guide
Beyond tackles and tries - a saga of stats, figures and previous NZ v Ireland showdowns.
Magpies power into NPC final, beating Wellington 25-24
Chase Tiatia hattrick helped Magpies end their 47-year chase for an NPC final.
Watch: Fans storm field during Meads Cup final, allegedly punch opposition players
Around 50 fans, including South Canterbury’s mascot, invaded the pitch.
Interactive player ratings: Rate every All Black at the World Cup
How to have your say and rate every All Black's performance in Rugby World Cup games.
Gregor Paul: All Blacks bear no resemblance to the team they were
OPINION: The hallmark of a good coach is an ability to adapt, writes Gregor Paul
Warren Gatland back to his best with Wales
Kiwi coach enjoying chucking verbal grenades as his team find their groove.
Judgement day: Ireland faces weight of history and might of All Blacks
The game's been 36 years in the making, since the first of Ireland's seven quarter-finals.
The best of the rest: The non-All Black Kiwi XV
The best of the rest - excluding those who have swapped allegiances.
Near perfection v quarter duds: All Blacks and Ireland's differing quarter-finals history
The All Blacks and Ireland have starkly contrasting histories in the World Cup quarters.
'We, as a nation, believe you will make England fall' - rugby legend Waisale Serevi
Rugby icon Waisale Serevi is backing the Flying Fijians to beat England this weekend.
'Totally different team': Why the Irish series defeat might not matter
Changes in the wake of last year's defeat have significantly strengthened the All Blacks.
Gregor Paul: What's really at stake ahead of All Blacks quarter-final
OPINION: The danger for New Zealand Rugby amid the Foster-Robertson saga.
France v South Africa: All you need to know
A French star has been cleared to face South Africa in the quarter-finals.
England v Fiji: Can Fiji do it again?
England make a bold pick at fullback against Fiji for quarter-finals.
Beyond the Game: Final words between All Blacks and Ireland before quarter-final showdown
The final word from coaches and players ahead of the All Blacks and Ireland quarter-final showdown at Stade de France in Paris. Video / Rugby World Cup Limited via SNTV