Ireland

Ireland have created history on Saturday at the Soldier Field when they registered their maiden Test victory over the back-to-back World Champions New Zealand in 111 years.

Solder Field is gearing up to host the Test between New Zealand and Ireland. We take a look at few of the key statistics ahead of the encounter on Saturday.

As Ireland and New Zealand lock horns on Saturday in Chicago, lets us take a look at a few of the key points from the encounter.

Former Irish winger Luke Fitzgerald has launched heavy criticism against the Irish Rugby Football Union's policy of fast-tracking Kiwi players into Ireland's national team, stating the concept "pisses me off".

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt has named Leinster pair Garry Ringrose and Joey Carbery in the matchday squad to face the World Champions New Zealand in Chicago on Saturday.

New Zealand have named Barrett brothers - Scott and Beauden in their line-up for the upcoming Test against Ireland at Soldier Field on Saturday.

New Zealand centre Ryan Crotty wants to repeat his performance from 2013 when the All Blacks take on Ireland in Chicago on Saturday.

In England this weekend fireworks will light the sky as the country celebrates Guy Fawkes Night; also known as Bonfire Night. Fireworks are also expected in Chicago, as the all-conquering All Blacks take on Ireland

Ulster fly-half Paddy Jackson has been ruled out of Ireland's Test against the All Blacks after being interviewed by police over alleged sexual offences.

Ulster rugby director Les Kiss lauded Ireland skipper Rory Best as he is set to lead his side against the formidable All Blacks in Chicago on Saturday.

Leinster fly-half Joey Carbery is in line to make his debut for Ireland after he was named on the bench for the clash against New Zealand in Chicago on Saturday.

Former captain Paul O'Connell lauded the schedule of Ireland for the November Tests where they face the World Champions All Blacks two times in three weeks,

Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt has included six uncapped players in a 34-man extended squad that will face New Zealand at Soldier Field in Chicago on Saturday.

Connacht have confirmed contract extension for centre Bundee Aki and lock Ultan Dillane that will keep them with the Pro 12 club until 2020.

The Irish Rugby Football Union confirmed that Ireland head coach Joe Scmidt has signed a contract extension until the end of the 2019 World Cup.

An investigation conducted by a French coroner revealed that Munster head coach Anthony Foley died due to a heart disorder which caused the lungs to build up fluid.

Tributes continue to pour in for Munster head coach Anthony Foley, who passed away last weekend in Paris.

Rugby fraternity was brought to a shock on Sunday following the death of Munster head coach and former Ireland skipper Anthony Foley.

Ulster assistant coach Joe Barakat praised the progress made by Ireland fly-half Paddy Jackson ahead of the European Champions Cup game against Bordeaux-Begles on Sunday.

World Rugby confirmed that three countries - Ireland, France and South Africa are in the race to host the 2023 edition of the World Cup.