Robbie Henshaw warns Ireland rugby team ahead of New Zealand clash: ‘We must match them physically’

It’s not just the dancing feet, the turn of pace or the sheer simplistic brilliance of their play that marks the All Blacks out as the most powerful rugby force on the planet.

Robbie Henshaw believes Ireland will also have to come to terms with New Zealand’s immense physicality if they are to succeed for the first time against the world champions today.

The 23-year-old Leinster centre makes his 23rd Test start for Ireland at Soldier Field with a first meeting against the All Blacks as Steve Hansen’s side go in search of their 19th consecutive international victory.