All Blacks retain Bledisloe Cup with win over Wallabies

The All Blacks defeated the Wallabies 50-19 in the opening Bledisloe Cup test at Eden Park, securing the trophy for the 24th consecutive year. The victory ends a three-match losing streak for Dave Rennie’s side following three consecutive defeats to South Africa.

Jordie Barrett was praised for a defensive masterclass, making 16 tackles during the match. Captain Codie Taylor described Barrett's performance as world-class. Other key contributors included Damian McKenzie, who started at first-five in place of the injured Richie Mo’unga, and winger Will Jordan, who scored his 56th international try.

Despite the win, the All Blacks face significant injury concerns ahead of the return test in Sydney. Scott Barrett failed a head injury assessment after leaving the field late in the match, while winger Leroy Carter sustained a potentially serious ankle injury following a hip-drop tackle by Rob Valetini. Other players reported to have suffered head knocks include Anton Segner and Asafo Aumua.

The result extends the All Blacks' unbeaten run at Eden Park to 56 consecutive tests. Australia's unbeaten streak under coach Les Kiss has ended at six matches. The Wallabies' last victory at Eden Park occurred in 1986.

How it developed

• Sat 10 Oct, 6:02pmThe All Blacks won the match 50-19, ending a three-match losing streak.
• Sat 10 Oct, 11:05pmThe All Blacks scored 33 points in the second half to secure the win.
• Sat 10 Oct, 11:33pmScott Barrett, Anton Segner, Asafo Aumua, and Leroy Carter all suffered injuries during the match.

Where reports differ

• One report notes the All Blacks' unbeaten run at Eden Park is 56 tests, while another refers to it as their 54th victim.

Compiled from reports by The Post, 1News, NZ Herald, RNZ and Stuff.