Talking points as Ireland prepare to face New Zealand in Dublin
Ireland have won only two of their past 32 meetings with New Zealand.
Ireland have won only two of their past 32 meetings with New Zealand.
The 31-year-old has appeared 39 times for his country but not since 2017.
Wales have had some tough previous encounters against Fiji.
Hundreds of migrants have been camping since Monday on the Belarus side of the border, near the village of Kuznica.
The All Blacks won 46-14 in the quarter-final in Tokyo.
The Irish warmed up for Saturday’s tantalising showdown with New Zealand by thrashing Japan.
The New Zealander enjoyed a hugely successful 12-year stint in charge of the national team.
Smith, 22, made an exhilarating cameo, inspiring a late burst of tries in Saturday’s 69-3 triumph over Tonga.
The last time England were roared on by an 82,000 crowd was in March 2020 when Wales were dispatched 33-30.
Ireland also host New Zealand and Argentina this month.
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With his training severely limited, Smith is forced to settle for a bench role.
The 36-year-old Leinster fly-half is out of contract with his province and country at the end of the season.
The All Blacks lifted the Webb Ellis Trophy for the third time.
Eddie Jones’ men begin their Autumn Nations Series against Tonga on November 6.