Go back a few years and the All Blacks vs Ireland was the biggest game in rugby. Although each of them has won their two matches at the 2026 Nations Championship so far, neither of them have convinced, and against lesser opponents too. Saturday’s clash in Auckland therefore looks like an opportunity to silence some skeptics.
New Zealand narrowly avoided an embarrassing defeat to France’s reserves in their opening match, before a comprehensive but lopsided victory over Italy, while Ireland barely overcame a crisis-hit Australia before coming under heavy pressure from Japan.
The redeeming factor from the Kiwi perspective is that those were their first two games under new coach Dave Rennie. Andy Farrell has no such excuse and his men have shown little to challenge the suspicion that this Irish group has peaked.
They are back in New Zealand for the first time in four years, having recorded their first Test win and a series win on All Blacks territory on their last visit. This time, they are looking to become the first team to beat the Kiwis at Eden Park in 52 years.
Will Jordan showed his match-winning qualities last weekend with a hat-trick that made him New Zealand’s all-time leading try scorer in Tests. Rennie is also looking to use inside information to his advantage, as Jordie Barrett and Rieko Ioane have each enjoyed a recent spell with Leinster.
Read on as we explain how to watch New Zealand vs Ireland for free at the 2026 Nations Championship.
Can you watch New Zealand vs Ireland for free?
Yeah. New Zealand vs Ireland is broadcast free of charge rugbypass tv in the USA, in ITVX in the UK and in Virgin multimedia game in Ireland.
Traveling abroad right now? You can use a vpn to watch New Zealand vs Ireland for free as if you were at home.
Use a VPN to watch New Zealand vs Ireland live streams
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How to watch New Zealand vs Ireland live streams in the US
New Zealand vs Ireland, along with the 42 Nations Championship games, is available to live stream for FREE on rugbypass tv in the US
You can tune in via the Rugbypass TV website or app and it works with Chromecast, Airplay, Apple TV and Android TV.
Outside the United States? Use a vpn while traveling away from home to unblock your stream.
How to watch New Zealand vs Ireland live streams in the UK
In the UK, New Zealand vs Ireland is broadcast free-to-air ITV1with live streaming available via ITVX.
All you need is an account, a TV license and a UK postcode (e.g. HA9 0WS). Register here!
If you’re outside the UK but still want to tune in, explore the VPN route set out above, which will help you access your accounts from anywhere.
How to watch New Zealand vs Ireland live streams in Ireland
New Zealand vs Ireland is broadcast free of charge Virgin Half One in Ireland, with live streaming available via Virgin multimedia game platform.
Outside Ireland? You will need download a VPNas detailed above, to access your free Nations Championship stream from abroad.
How to watch New Zealand vs Ireland live streams in Australia
In Australia, New Zealand vs Ireland is exclusive to sport.
Stan Sport costs AU$20 a month on top of a Stan subscription, which itself starts at AU$12 a month.
Not in Australia right now? You can simply use a VPN like NordVPN to see the action as if you were at home.
How to watch All Blacks vs Ireland live streams in New Zealand
In New Zealand, Sky Sport reviews is showing the All Blacks vs Ireland match.
You can access Sky Sport via satellite TV or get a live stream, with the Sky Sport Now subscription service from NZ$29.99 per day or NZ$59.99 per month.
Those outside New Zealand for any part of the Nations Championship can use NordVPN to get access to your home streaming service.
How to watch New Zealand vs Ireland live streams in South Africa
The New Zealand vs Ireland match is broadcast on supercar in South Africa.
You will need to get a DStv Access Package to watch the Nations Championship, with prices starting at Rs 99 per month for the streaming version.
Abroad right now? Just use a vpn and tell your device that you’re back home and ready to go.
How to watch New Zealand vs Ireland live streams in Canada
In Canada, New Zealand vs Ireland are broadcast on top level sports.
A monthly pass costs CAD 29.99. You’ll need the CA$79.99 six-month pass or the CA$139.99/year annual subscription to tune in to the entire tournament.
If you’re outside of Canada but still want to see the action, explore the VPN route set out above, which will help you access your accounts from anywhere.
What is the start time of New Zealand vs Ireland?
The scheduled start time between New Zealand and Ireland on Saturday 18 July is 7:10pm NZST local time in Auckland, which is 12:10am PT / 3:10am ET / 8:10am BST / 5:10pm AEST.
What is the head-to-head between New Zealand and Ireland?
The All Blacks have won 33 of their previous 39 meetings against Ireland. Ireland have won five and the other ended in a draw.
In New Zealand, the head-to-head is 13-2.
Can I watch New Zealand vs Ireland on my mobile?
Of course, most broadcasters have streaming services that you can access through mobile apps or through the browser on your phone. For example, Rugbypass TV, ITVX and Virgin Media Play all have dedicated apps.
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