'Suits their DNA': Ireland coach praises All Blacks' form under Rennie
Ireland rugby coach Andy Farrell has praised the All Blacks' new attacking style under head coach Dave Rennie. Farrell noted that the team's current approach aligns well with New Zealand's rugby DNA and makes them a formidable opponent.
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<p>Ireland coach Andy Farrell has praised the All Blacks' form under new head coach Dave Rennie, saying the up-tempo style suits New Zealand’s "DNA".</p> <p>The All Blacks have taken to Rennie’s request they play with an <a href="https://www.1news.co.nz/2026/06/30/positive-outlook-all-blacks-hint-at-new-attacking-style/" target="_blank">“optimistic” mindset</a> with gusto during the first two Tests of his reign – victories over <a href="https://www.1news.co.nz/2026/07/05/probably-more-relief-than-joy-rennie-reacts-to-all-blacks-scare/" target="_blank">France </a>and <a href="https://www.1news.co.nz/2026/07/11/all-blacks-praise-special-jordan-after-50-test-try-milestone/" target="_blank">Italy</a>.</p> <p>The head coach has said since that the attacking balance has not always been optimal but his men have achieved success in keeping the ball in hand rather than kicking it away – the latter an occasional blight on the modern Test game. </p> <p>They scored seven tries against Italy in Wellington and five the week before against the French in Christchurch.</p> <p>Asked today what he thought of the All Blacks’ performances under Rennie so far, Farrell said: “I’ve been super impressed.
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