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Ireland and New Zealand lock horns this evening on the other side of the Atlantic in a repeat of the two sides' epic battle nine years ago. Chicago once again plays host to the latest instalment of a rugby rivalry that always produces the goods. Back in 2016, Joe Schmidt's charges recorded a 40-29 victory over the All Blacks at Soldier Field in the Windy City. The men in green followed up that famous win with two more on Irish soil in 2018 and 2021, as well as notching up a double over them during their tour in 2022. But when it matters the most, the All Blacks turn it on, beating Ireland at the last two Rugby World Cups. Tonight's game promises to be a mouthwatering encounter. Here is everything you need to know. Ireland versus the All Blacks gets under way at 8.10pm UK time on Saturday, November 1, at Soldier Field, Chicago. TNT Sports are showing this one, with coverage beginning on TNT Sports 2 at 7.45pm. In Ireland the game is being broadcast on Virgin Media One. You can stream the game via Discovery+ in the UK. Ireland: J Osborne; T O'Brien, G Ringrose, S McCloskey, J Lowe; J Crowley, J Gibson-Park; A Porter, D Sheehan (capt), T Furlong, J Ryan, T Beirne, R Baird, J van der Flier, J Conan. Replacements: R Kelleher, P McCarthy, F Bealham, I Henderson, C Doris, C Casey, S Prendergast, B Aki. New Zealand: W Jordan; L Carter, Q Tupaea, J Barrett, C Clarke; B Barrett, C Roigard; E De Groot, C Taylor, F Newell, S Barrett, F Holland, S Parker, A Savea, P Lakai. Replacements: S Taukei'aho, T Williams, P Tosi, J Lord, W Sititi, C Ratima, L Fainga'anuku, D McKenzie. Following the game's announcement, Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson said: "Chicago is a world-class sports city, and we're thrilled to welcome Ireland and the All Blacks back to Soldier Field. "This match showcases our city's ability to host premier global sporting events, drawing fans from around the world, boosting tourism, and reinforcing Chicago's reputation as a top destination for sports, culture, and entertainment." Follow all of our channels to ensure you stay up to date with the latest Welsh rugby news. Sign up to our free daily newsletter here and our WhatsApp channel here for all the breaking news. You can also follow us on social media on our X account , Facebook , Instagram and TikTok. For more exclusive stories and in-depth analysis, you can sign up for the Inside Welsh Rugby substack newsletter here.
