Rugby: New Zealand Overcomes Late Challenge to Defeat Australia in a Nail-Biter
New Zealand held off a late surge to defeat Australia 31-28 in the Rugby Championship in Sydney, securing the Bledisloe Cup.
The All Blacks led by 14 points at halftime but managed only a penalty in the second half while losing two players to the sin-bin.
Late tries from Hunter Paisami and Tom Wright brought Australia within striking distance, but New Zealand maintained their advantage.
This victory marks New Zealand’s eighth consecutive win over their rivals and ensures they keep the Bledisloe Cup for the 22nd year running.
