Ireland are backing themselves for another win against the All Blacks, should the two sides meet in next year's World Cup, according to winger Jacob Stockdale.
Stockdale, 22, famously scored the only try of the match in Ireland's 16-9 win over the All Blacks in Dublin earlier this year, saying that teams no longer fear Steve Hansen's side.
Speaking to the Guardian, Stockdale spoke about his side's confidence taken from victory over the All Blacks, heading into next year's World Cup in Japan.
"New Zealand are still the side to beat but we've won two of our last three games against them," Stockdale began.
The star five-eighth paid credit to the Irish team and their fans, calling the atmosphere in Dublin the best he’d played in front of. (Source: Other)
"They have that World Cup history and experience but I don't think there's the fear of New Zealand like before.
"We're in a good position. We're very confident."
The All Blacks are still the bookies' favourites for the World Cup, although Ireland's odds have been shortened considerably considering this year's Dublin win.
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