New Zealand beat South Africa 35-20 in AucklandAll Blacks have two wins from two in truncated championship
New Zealand rode another blistering start to a 35-20 victory over South Africa at Auckland’s Mt Smart Stadium, making a big statement in a World Cup year and placing one hand on the Rugby Championship trophy.
Playing a high-octane brand of attacking rugby married with immense physicality, the All Blacks scored early tries through Aaron Smith and Shannon Frizell before late scores from Will Jordan and Richie Mo’unga put a seal on the victory.
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