Eddie O'Sullivan: 'Irish rugby has come of age. We're arguably the best team in the world'

Former Ireland head coach Eddie O'Sullivan has said Ireland have a claim to be the best team in the world after their 16-9 win over New Zealand.

Eddie O'Sullivan: 'Irish rugby has come of age. We're arguably the best team in the world'
Sat, 17 Nov, 2018 - 21:31
Stephen Barry

Former Ireland head coach Eddie O'Sullivan has said Ireland have a claim to be the best team in the world after their 16-9 win over New Zealand.

The RTÉ pundit said Ireland were the better team "by a mile" in a first-ever home victory over the All Blacks.

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