ANALYSIS
Why Ireland are in the best possible position to pip the All Blacks in Paris
Against Scotland, Ireland gave some strong clues as to why they are such a resourceful and cohesive bunch.
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D-Day arrives for fringe All Blacks as Ireland looms on the horizon
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