New Zealand repelled a frenzied late challenge at the Millennium Stadium on Saturday to defeat Wales 19-12 and extinguish the home side's hopes of a first victory over the All Blacks since 1953.
Australia clear first hurdle in bid to match class of '84
Australia put their dire Tri-Nations season behind them by beating England 18-9 on Saturday to switch attention to their bid for a grand slam of victories over the home unions.