Irish didn't believe they were tough enough, says New Zealand coach

Ireland failed to hold out for a first-ever victory over the All Blacks because they "didn't believe they are as tough as they are", according to New Zealand head coach Steve Hansen.

Irish didn't believe they were tough enough, says New Zealand coach
Sun, 24 Nov, 2013 - 20:08

Ireland failed to hold out for a first-ever victory over the All Blacks because they "didn't believe they are as tough as they are", according to New Zealand head coach Steve Hansen.

Kiwis boss Hansen hailed a "sensational performance" from the Irish, despite his side's last-gasp 24-22 victory in Dublin.

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