The pressing need is for Ireland to stay in the game against the Silver Ferns, retain the confidence and the feel-good gained from the 2024 Six Nations
Leinster may have started slowly and eventually won the bauble, Munster's teamwork based on a mostly UL Bohs framework was noteworthy and cause for thought.
Think back: It is not that long ago this team had descended into near chaos so the consequent regroup and confidence gained from some hard graft and a lot of heart in the 2024 Six Nations was welcome. But that shouldn't take away from the idea New Zealand will be gunning for Ireland and will expect to put 40 or 50 points on the scoreboard by way of a 'training spin'. It will be that difficult for Scott Bemand's team.
"But we are all connected now and are ready to hit the ground running. We had our first big blow out playing against the French in the Canadian rain.
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