What | Happened To The All Blacks Domination Of The Irish? | A Patchy History From A New Zealander

: Despite Ireland's success in test matches, the All Blacks have continued to dominate on the biggest stage, defeating Ireland in the quarterfinals of both the 2019 and 2023 Rugby World Cups.

: In July 2022, Ireland toured New Zealand and became only the fifth touring side to win a series there, securing back-to-back victories for a 2–1 series win. : Despite Ireland's success in test matches, the

: Between their first meeting in 1905 and 2016, Ireland failed to win a single test match against the All Blacks. For over a century, the matchup was famously one-sided

For over a century, the matchup was famously one-sided. New Zealand's "aura" often secured victories before the whistle even blew. : Ireland secured their first-ever victory against the

: Ireland defeated the All Blacks 40–29, ending the 111-year drought.

: Ireland secured their first-ever victory against the All Blacks in Dublin in 2018 with a 16–9 result.

: This victory removed the "fear factor" for Ireland and signaled the start of a genuine, balanced rivalry. Recent History and Rivalry Shift (2018–Present)