The All Blacks delivered a much-improved performance as they clinched an emphatic 43-17 triumph over France in Wellington.
The All Blacks have suffered an injury setback on the eve of their second Test match against France in Wellington.
All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has made two injury-enforced changes to his starting XV that face France in the second Test match at Sky Stadium in Wellington on Saturday.
The All Blacks have confirmed that captain Scott Barrett will miss the remainder of the Test series against France.
The Springboks remain in top spot in the World Rugby rankings following the weekend's action but the All Blacks have managed to close the gap.
The All Blacks were made to sweat in their 2025 season opener before edging a determined and understrength France side 31-27 in Dunedin to take a 1-0 series lead.