Ireland run All Blacks close but lose 2nd Test and series

New Zealand 27 Ireland 17

Sat, 17 Jun, 2006 - 11:14
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New Zealand 27 Ireland 17

Ireland mounted a gallant bid to beat the All Blacks but missed chances ensured they came unstuck again in Auckland and lost the two-Test series 2-0.

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