Ireland’s 23-13 loss to New Zealand on Friday in Dublin has not only ended their 19-match winning streak at Lansdowne Road but also stripped them of the coveted No.1 position in the world rugby rankings.
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell expressed disappointment following his team’s 23-13 loss to New Zealand, which ended their remarkable 19-match home winning streak at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium.
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Caelan Doris has been named captain of Ireland for the upcoming Autumn Nations Series which will kick-off with a clash against New Zealand on 8th November.
Ireland's plans for the upcoming November Test series have suffered a blow as Leinster's Ronan Kelleher has been ruled out following an ankle procedure.
Ireland have claimed the top position in the World Rugby Rankings following South Africa's defeat to Argentina in the fifth round of the Rugby Championship.
Ireland have consolidated their second position in the World Rugby Rankings while closing the gap over the top placed South Africa following their recent win in Durban.
Ciaran Frawley kicked two drop goals in the final 10 minutes as Ireland came from behind to edge out World Champions South Africa with a 25-24 margin in Durban to level the two-game series.
Ireland hooker Ronan Kelleher felt the squad has enough depth to overcome the setback of injury to Dan Sheenan as they take on the Springboks in the second Test on Saturday.