SYDNEY :New Zealand scored four tries in the first 25 minutes and held off a late Australian fightback with 13 men to beat the Wallabies 31-28 in a Rugby Championship thriller at Stadium Australia on Saturday.
The All Blacks were held to one penalty in the second half and lost two players to yellow cards, but their early lead proved enough to earn an eighth straight win over their neighbours and ensure they would retain the Bledisloe Cup for another year.
Will Jordan, back at fullback after Beauden Barrett was a late withdrawal, cut through a huge gap in the heart of the home defence to score New Zealand's first try inside two minutes. The Wallabies knocked on at the lineout that resulted, however, and number eight Ardie Savea was soon romping over the line for a fourth All Blacks try after an interception by winger Sevu Reece.
The home side had plenty of possession but were unable to convert it into points until Paisami barged over from close range in the 65th minute, bringing the crowd of 68,061 at Stadium Australia to full voice. Australia poured forward looking for a winning score but the New Zealand defence, 14-handed again, held firm to secure victory.
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