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'Couldn't back it up': Disappointment as All Blacks beaten by England

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Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Sun, 16 Nov 2025, 10:21am
All Black Ardie Savea looks dejected following defeat during the England v All Blacks match, Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, England, Saturday, 15 November 2025. (Photo by Jed Leicester / action press)
All Black Ardie Savea looks dejected following defeat during the England v All Blacks match, Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, England, Saturday, 15 November 2025. (Photo by Jed Leicester / action press)

'Couldn't back it up': Disappointment as All Blacks beaten by England

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Sun, 16 Nov 2025, 10:21am

England is celebrating a first home win over the All Blacks in 13 years.

The hosts won 33-19 at Twickenham, despite being 12 points down within the first 20 minutes.

Newstalk ZB rugby commentator Elliott Smith says the team made a strong start, but they couldn't keep up the momentum.

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