ABs dominate Wallabies - their South Africa struggle made it possible

The All Blacks secured a decisive 50-19 victory over the Wallabies at Eden Park to retain the Bledisloe Cup. The win showcased significant improvements in the team's aerial play and finishing ability following their recent struggles in South Africa.
Why it matters
This victory reinforces the All Blacks' dominance in international rugby and maintains their long-standing unbeaten record at their home fortress.
<p>It appears the All Blacks did learn a thing or two in South Africa after all - their 50-19 victory over the Wallabies at Eden Park, which allows them to retain the Bledisloe Cup for another year, contained all sorts of improvements, most notably their ability to catch a high ball.</p> <p><b>By Pat McKendry of </b><a href="https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/1832342/the-all-blacks-dominated-the-wallabies-their-struggle-in-south-africa-made-it-possible" target="_blank"><b>RNZ</b></a><b></b></p> <p>Their aerial prowess was just one aspect of a victory which helped them break a three-test losing streak and take their unbeaten record at their fortress to 54 tests. Their ability to finish opportunities - a major issue in South Africa - was also vastly improved.</p> <p>They scored seven tries to Australia's three and may have scored one or two more had Will Jordan not looked to create opportunities for others rather than seek them himself.
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