Ireland have lost the first test of the summer tour of New Zealand by 42 points to 19 in Auckland.

Keith Earls touched down for Ireland early on - but the All Blacks had 4 tries on the board by half time.

Garry Ringrose went over early in the second half for Ireland, but New Zealand would add another two tries - with Ardie Savea (pr: Sav-ay-a) getting his second.

Ireland's third try came from Bundee Aki, but ultimately it was a 23 point defeat.

Johnny Sexton will miss the second test after retiring in the first half for a head injury assessment.

 

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