The All Blacks capped off their 11th consecutive win over Australia with a 14–28 victory in a wet Rugby Championship clash at Perth’s sold-out Optus Stadium, ending James Slipper’s final Test on a somber note for the Wallabies.
Despite the hosts’ strong first-half control, two decisive tries by Quinn Tupaea turned the tide, while yellow cards and set-piece struggles proved costly for the Australians.
Leroy Carter and George Bower also crossed for New Zealand, as Damian McKenzie’s boot sealed the result. The win keeps the All Blacks’ Championship hopes alive pending South Africa’s clash with Argentina later in the day.
