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Rugby World Cup Review: Week Four

World Rugby may never have a more important last day of Rugby World Cup pool play than was achieved in Japan at the weekend

Mo'unga grateful for World Cup challenge

All Blacks first five-eighths Richie Mo'unga is one of four less experienced international players in Saturday's backline for the Rugby World Cup quarterfinal against Ireland but was enjoying the latest rugby challenge to come his way.

All Blacks midfield in good hands - SBW

Sonny Bill Williams may be among the All Blacks substitutes for Saturday's Rugby World Cup quarterfinal with Ireland in Tokyo but he has full confidence in the side's starting midfield.

PREVIEW: All Blacks vs Ireland (Quarterfinal)

It’s all on the line for both the All Blacks and Ireland when they meet in a blockbuster quarterfinal at Tokyo Stadium on Saturday night (NZT) with the victor heading to the semifinals and the loser bowing out of the World Cup.

Read happy with All Blacks' preparations

All Blacks captain and No 8 Kieran Read knows the danger Ireland represent to their Rugby World Cup aspirations but believes the New Zealanders have prepared well for Saturday's quarter final in Tokyo.

All Blacks' strategy to face toughest test

New Zealand's efforts to find a way to open up the rush defences of opposing sides face their most important trial when playing Ireland in the Rugby World Cup quarter final in Tokyo on Saturday.

All Blacks team named for quarterfinal against Ireland

The All Blacks team has been named to play Ireland in their Rugby World Cup 2019 Quarter Final at Tokyo Stadium, Tokyo, on Saturday 19 October (Kick-off: 7.15PM, 11.15PM NZT)

Ireland will have to be at their best

Ireland forwards coach Simon Easterby believes the Irish can match and surpass the All Blacks in their Rugby World Cup quarterfinal on Saturday.

Frustrate the All Blacks to win - D'Arcy

Frustrating the All Blacks to the point of error is how they can be beaten, former Ireland mid-fielder Gordon D'Arcy believes ahead of Saturday's Rugby World Cup quarterfinal.

Jim Kayes: Who can handle the quarterfinal pressure?

Joe Schmidt’s Ireland have already made history against the All Blacks. They are hoping for a double dose in Tokyo.

Perth lessons a helpful reminder for All Blacks

Learning from their first Bledisloe Cup Test loss to Australia in Perth earlier this year will be an asset for the All Blacks in their preparation for Saturday's Rugby World Cup quarterfinal game with Ireland.

Sexton set for biggest career challenge

Ireland first five-eighths Johnny Sexton says Saturday's Rugby World Cup quarter final against the All Blacks is the 'biggest challenge' of his career.

Accuracy, execution key for All Blacks

Wary of Irish confidence on the back of two recent wins over them, the All Blacks have been preparing for Saturday's Rugby World Cup quarterfinal with the aim of being as technically correct as they can be.

Playoffs demand accurate preparations for All Blacks

All Blacks flanker Sam Cane said the impact of Japan's Rugby World Cup success over Scotland was the demonstration of what it meant when so much was riding on the result.

All Blacks well aware of Irish threat

Knowing they were playing Ireland who had two wins out of their last three games would ensure there wouldn't be any complacency in the All Blacks camp ahead of Saturday's Rugby World Cup quarterfinal.

Past counts for nothing at World Cup - Furlong

Ireland and British & Irish Lions prop Tadhg Furlong may have tasted victory over the All Blacks three times since the 2015 World Cup, but he is reading nothing into history ahead of Ireland's quarterfinal on Saturday with New Zealand at the Rugby World Cup.

All Blacks wary of playoffs threats

If prior experience in Rugby World Cup playoffs counts for anything All Blacks captain Kieran Read knows the threat contained in the tournament's playoffs stages.

Joseph has 'out-Eddied Eddie'

Japan coach Jamie Joseph's rising stocks in the international game have made an impression at the Rugby World Cup, especially as his side heads into Sunday's key game with Scotland.

Kerevi says Australia ready for England challenge

Australia appear headed for a Rugby World Cup showdown with England on the back of their win over Georgia and while coach Michael Cheika has been putting out the challenges, the Australian players are undaunted by their recent losing streak against them.

Joseph comes out swinging for his Japan side

Japan coach Jamie Joseph says his side's position at the top of Pool A at the Rugby World Cup is not a fluke.

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Rugby World Cup Review: Week Four

World Rugby may never have a more important last day of Rugby World Cup pool play than was achieved in Japan at the weekend

Mo'unga grateful for World Cup challenge

All Blacks midfield in good hands - SBW

Sonny Bill Williams may be among the All Blacks substitutes for Saturday's Rugby World Cup quarterfinal with Ireland in Tokyo but he has full confidence in the side's starting midfield.

PREVIEW: All Blacks vs Ireland (Quarterfinal)

Farah Palmer Cup: Semifinals preview

The Farah Palmer Cup comes down to the crunch this weekend with semi-finals taking place in both the Premiership and Championship.

Read happy with All Blacks' preparations

All Blacks' strategy to face toughest test

New Zealand's efforts to find a way to open up the rush defences of opposing sides face their most important trial when playing Ireland in the Rugby World Cup quarter final in Tokyo on Saturday.

All Blacks team named for quarterfinal against Ireland

The All Blacks team has been named to play Ireland in their Rugby World Cup 2019 Quarter Final at Tokyo Stadium, Tokyo, on Saturday 19 October (Kick-off: 7.15PM, 11.15PM NZT)

Ireland will have to be at their best

Ireland forwards coach Simon Easterby believes the Irish can match and surpass the All Blacks in their Rugby World Cup quarterfinal on Saturday.

Frustrate the All Blacks to win - D'Arcy

Frustrating the All Blacks to the point of error is how they can be beaten, former Ireland mid-fielder Gordon D'Arcy believes ahead of Saturday's Rugby World Cup quarterfinal.

Jim Kayes: Who can handle the quarterfinal pressure?

Joe Schmidt’s Ireland have already made history against the All Blacks. They are hoping for a double dose in Tokyo.

Perth lessons a helpful reminder for All Blacks

Sexton set for biggest career challenge

Ireland first five-eighths Johnny Sexton says Saturday's Rugby World Cup quarter final against the All Blacks is the 'biggest challenge' of his career.

Accuracy, execution key for All Blacks

The Farah Palmer Cup round robin had it all - Swannell

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All Blacks v Ireland: A rivalry in numbers

Ahead of the much anticipated Rugby World Cup quarterfinal between the All Blacks and Ireland in Tokyo this weekend, catch up on all the key stats and numbers from their rivalry.

Playoffs demand accurate preparations for All Blacks

All Blacks flanker Sam Cane said the impact of Japan's Rugby World Cup success over Scotland was the demonstration of what it meant when so much was riding on the result.

All Blacks well aware of Irish threat

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