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League 145 Prediction: New Zealand vs Ireland – Jul 18, 2026

League 145 Prediction: New Zealand vs Ireland – Jul 18, 2026

Nations Championship · 18.07.2026 • 07:10

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Advice: Winner : New Zealand

Winner: New Zealand

Home Win55%
Draw10%
Away Win35%

Best value bets:

- Handicap: New Zealand -6.5 — New Zealand's New Zealand advantage and superior depth suggest they can cover a moderate handicap against Ireland.

- Total Points: Under 51.5 total points — Both teams have solid defences and the match is likely to be a strategic, lower-scoring affair.

- Team Total Tries: New Zealand Over 3.5 tries — Despite a tight contest, New Zealand's attacking prowess at New Zealand often results in multiple tries.

- First Try Scorer: Will Jordan (New Zealand) — Will Jordan is a prolific try-scorer, especially in New Zealand conditions, making him a strong candidate to score first.

Confidence: 70%

Analysis: New Zealand is traditionally strong at New Zealand, especially in a high-stakes competition like the Nations Championship. Ireland has shown resilience in recent years, making this a competitive fixture. Expect a tactical game with New Zealand leveraging their New Zealand advantage, while Ireland will focus on strong defensive strategies to counter the All Blacks' attacking flair.

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