Ireland seek another slice of history against New Zealand
The Irish, who beat the All Blacks in 2016 and 2018, have never advanced past the quarterfinals at the Rugby World Cup
17 October 2019 - 15:14
Tokyo — Ireland coach Joe Schmidt has been used to making history in his six years in charge and he could make a little bit more on Saturday in the Rugby World Cup quarterfinal against his native New Zealand.
The Irish have never advanced past the quarterfinals at the global showpiece, with the clash against the All Blacks at Tokyo Stadium that kicks off at 7.15pm (12.15pm SA time) possibly their best chance to break that curse...
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