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The day Wales thought might never come

The day Wales thought might never come

Summary

Wales beat New Zealand in Cardiff, ending a 73-year wait for a Test-match victory over the All Blacks. The win ended a 34-match losing run against New Zealand and followed a defensive performance in which Dafydd Jenkins equalled the world record for tackles in a Test match.

Key Facts

  • Wales last beat New Zealand in 1953.
  • The Cardiff victory ended Wales' 34-match losing run against New Zealand.
  • Dafydd Jenkins equalled the world record for tackles in a Test match.
  • New Zealand entered the match effectively ranked as the world's top side.
  • Steve Tandy coached the Wales team that secured the win.
  • Wales had lost to New Zealand in five matches involving former captain Sam Warburton.
  • Wales had also used four New Zealand-born coaches, including Warren Gatland, without beating New Zealand in a Test.
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