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All Blacks beat Australia to retain Bledisloe Cup for 23rd year in a row

All Blacks beat Australia to retain Bledisloe Cup for 23rd year in a row

Summary

New Zealand's rugby team, the All Blacks, defeated Australia 33-24 to keep the Bledisloe Cup for the 23rd year in a row. The match took place at Auckland's Eden Park, where the All Blacks have won 52 consecutive games. This win also moved New Zealand to the top of the Rugby Championship standings.

Key Facts

  • The All Blacks won 33-24 against Australia in the Bledisloe Cup.
  • New Zealand has retained the Bledisloe Cup every year since 2003.
  • The match was held at Eden Park in Auckland, where New Zealand has a 52-match unbeaten streak.
  • Caleb Clarke and Cam Roigard were among the try scorers for New Zealand.
  • Australia has not won at Eden Park since 1986.
  • New Zealand is leading the Rugby Championship standings after this victory.
  • The Bledisloe Cup has been a yearly competition between New Zealand and Australia.
  • Australia's record at the stadium now stands at 23 consecutive losses.

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