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Intensity and defence are the keys All Blacks captain Scott Barrett's highlighting in tomorrow's opening Grand Slam test against Ireland

Intensity and defence are the keys All Blacks captain Scott Barrett's highlighting in tomorrow's opening Grand Slam test against Ireland

1 November 2025

The Chicago venue is of course the scene of the Irishmen's first-ever win over New Zealand in 20-16.

And while their opponents haven't played international rugby recently, Barrett's sure the Soldier Field stoush will hinge on getting out of the blocks fast.

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