British media have already begun talking up their side’s chances against the All Blacks, with Steve Hansen's side to face off with England and Ireland next month.

Having beaten Australia 37‑20 last weekend, the All Blacks’ squad has now split in two, with the bulk staying in Tokyo to face Japan this weekend, while a smaller group have headed to Europe to prepare for clashes with England, Ireland and Italy.

Writing for the Daily Mail, columnist Chris Foy suggests that rugby is on the verge of a power shift, with the north to finally beat their southern hemisphere counterparts.

Meanwhile, John Westerby of the Guardian suggests that the time is ripe for an upset, with the All Blacks seeming to appear tired after a long season.

The All Blacks begin their European tour against England at Twickenham on November 11, before taking on Ireland in Dublin a week later, finishing against Italy in Rome on November 25.

[Source: TVNZ]

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