ABs 2012 home tests confirmed

AUCKLAND,HAMILTON, Christchurch, Wellington and Dunedin will host All Blacks tests next year.

The All Blacks will play Ireland in a three-test series in June, with matches to be held at Eden Park, Waikato Stadium and, as has been already announced, a redeveloped Rugby League Park in Christchurch.

They will also host three matches in the inaugural Rugby Championship, which replaces the Tri Nations and features the inclusion of Argentina.

The All Blacks will take on the Wallabies at Eden Park on August 25, Argentina at Westpac Stadium on September 8 and the Springboks at Forsyth Barr Stadium on September 15.

2012 All Blacks home test schedule
June 9 v Ireland at Eden Park, Auckland
June 16 v Ireland at Waikato Stadium, Hamilton
June 23 v Ireland at Rugby League Park, Christchurch
August 25 v Australia at Eden Park, Auckland
September 8 v Argentina at Westpac Stadium, Wellington
September 15 v South Africa at Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin