Rory Best: It’s far too dangerous to be dreaming about beating New Zealand

Ireland captain Rory Best has warned of the dangers of dreaming of an historic first victory over the All Blacks tonight (8pm Irish time). 

Best has the chance to become the first Ireland skipper to lead his side to victory over New Zealand following a painful run of 28 Test matches with the current world champions dating back to 1905.

Yet while he is aware of the opportunity to make some unique personal history on his 98th Test appearance, the hooker, who captained his country to a first win in South Africa in Cape Town this summer, believes daydreaming of glory can only hamper Ireland’s hopes of success at Soldier Field.