Carter expects ‘ferocious’response

New Zealand fly-half Dan Carter is expecting a “ferocious” response from Ireland on Saturday after the tourists were comprehensively beaten in the first Test.Carter was in majestic form in the 42-10 win in Auckland last weekend and slotted seven from eight kicks, including two successful efforts from the halfway line.

He also sent Julian Savea scampering free for the first of three debut tries and was denied one of his own in the dying seconds as Rob Kearney made a last-ditch tackle.

The Crusaders number 10 admits it will be “an emotional experience” playing a Test match in Christchurch for the first time since devastating earthquakes hit the region in early 2011 but knows Ireland will be eager to spoil the All Blacks’ return.