New Zealand vs Ireland Preview & Prediction | 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup | Pool Stage

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Having both already qualified for the quarter-finals, New Zealand and Ireland meet in Brighton to decide who goes through as Pool C winners.

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How to watch on TV: UK – BBC / US – CBS Sports

How to watch online: UK – BBC iPlayer & the BBC Sport Website & app / US – Paramount+

New Zealand vs Ireland prediction

It was by no means a flawless performance but New Zealand got the job done against a stubborn Japan side in Exeter last weekend, winning 62-19 to book their place in the quarter-finals.

That sets the scene for this eagerly-anticipated battle with Ireland, who are locked on ten points with the Black Ferns having battled past Spain last week in a thrilling 43-27 victory.

Six-time champions New Zealand have the edge when it comes to points difference and nothing less than a victory would satisfy their demanding fans here.

Ireland have performed admirably so far but this will be by far their biggest test against one of the tournament favourites. Ahead of the knockout stage, expect the Black Ferns to make a statement.

New Zealand vs Ireland tip: New Zealand to win with -28.5 handicap