14 Test Season Looms For The All Blacks In 2016

Two tests against Six Nations champions Ireland loom for the All Blacks on next year's end of season tour.

The Irish Rugby Union has confirmed a test against the world champions in Dublin on Sunday November the 20th New Zealand time.

The two unions are expected to finalise a test in Chicago at the start of the November tour.

It's thought the All Blacks will also face France and Italy later that month, playing 14 tests next year.

Steve Hansen's side face Wales for three tests at home in June before the Rugby Championship and an additional Bledisloe Cup test ahead of the northern hemisphere tour.

Wales have confirmed a test against England as preparation for June's three test series against the All Blacks.

Warren Gatland's side will face England at Twickenham, 12 days before the first test at Eden Park.

The All Blacks won't face Eddie Jones's new side next year with England confirming November internationals against South Africa, Fiji, Argentina and Australia at Twickenham.

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