Henry Pollock, Carter Gordon and 10 other international rugby players to watch in NovemberA busy schedule of autumn internationals are underway – it’s going to be a hectic five weeks or so. Here is one player from the world’s top 12 nations you should be watching:Harry Latham-Coyle1 November 2025 18:25Why Andy Farrell is favourite to lead the Lions again despite letting golden opportunity slipAt the end of the Lions tour, we outlined why Andy Farrell looks the favourite to be head coach again in four years’ time after leading the tourists to series victory.Harry Latham-Coyle1 November 2025 18:15Andy Farrell back at the helmIt has been a while since Andy Farrell coached an Ireland game, the British and Irish Lions boss back in harness for the first time since last November having focussed on his role with the touring side during the Six Nations. Both Simon Easterby and Paul O’Connell have had an experience of leading the side, but Farrell’s return comes at a crucial time as they look to reload, retool and rebuild to answer some questions about an ageing squad.Andy Farrell is back with Ireland (PA Archive)Harry Latham-Coyle1 November 2025 18:05Dan Sheehan excited to continue Ireland rivalry with New Zealand in ChicagoStand-in captain Dan Sheehan says there is “massive” excitement among Ireland’s players as they bid to create more special memories against New Zealand in Chicago.Ireland famously recorded a first victory over the All Blacks – winning 40-29 – when the sides previously clashed at Soldier Field in 2016.Since that landmark occasion, the fixture has developed into a genuine rivalry, with Ireland winning four of the next nine meetings, including a historic 2-1 tour success in 2022.However, New Zealand defeated Ireland in the quarter-finals of the 2019 and 2023 Rugby World Cups, in addition to winning 23-13 in Dublin last November.Harry Latham-Coyle1 November 2025 17:55Remembering 2016The shape of this rivalry has transformed so much in the last nine years but it is important to remember that until 2016, Ireland had never beaten New Zealand in their history. But on an emotionally-charged day that came shortly after the sudden passing of the much-missed Anthony Foley, Ireland felled the world champion All Blacks – and have since established themselves as the equals of the rugby’s powerhouse.Harry Latham-Coyle1 November 2025 17:45Ireland vs New Zealand liveTo Chicago, for a colossal clash of rugby rivals to close the opening day of Quilter Nations Series action. Ireland vs New Zealand liveTo Chicago, for a colossal rugby rivalry to close the opening day of Quilter Nations Series action. CityHarry Latham Coyle1 November, 2025 06:38
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Ireland v New Zealand live: Latest score and updates from Chicago nine years after historic Irish win over All Blacks
