Leicester Fainga'anuku and James Lowe after last nights All Blacks win over Irish Rugby.
Both having played for Nelson Boys college and the Tasman Mako before Lowe headed off shore and has been one of Irelands best players over the past year.
Fainga'anuka had a solid debut both on attack and defence almost crossing the line in the first half in the lead up to the Quinn Tupaea try.
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The Wallabies have held off a late charging England and a red card to win the opening game.of the series 30-28.
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The All Blacks have gained revenge over IrishRugby winning 42-19 in the first test at Eden Park.
The first half saw Keith Earls cross for the opening try to give Ireland the lead and the visitors looked dangerous for the first quarter before they ran in four tries to Jordie Barrett, Sevu Reece Ardie Savea and Quinn Tupea to take a 28-5 lead.
The second half saw Ireland cross early again through Gary Ringrose before Ardie Savea crossed for his second and Pita Gus Sowakula crossed on debut. Former Chiefs and Counties Manukau midfielder Bundee Aki crossed for Ireland to close the gap.
Jordie Barrett kicked a perfect 6 from 6 conversions.
Leicester Fainga'anuku had a solid debut.
Rieko Ioane was outstanding on defence saving two tries.
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