New Zealand Triumphs Over Australia in Rugby Championship Showdown.

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New Zealand Triumphs Over Australia in Rugby Championship Showdown.

New Zealand wrapped up their Rugby Championship campaign with a solid 33-13 win against a resurgent Australia in Wellington.

The Wallabies struck early with a try from flanker Fraser McReight after sustained pressure.

New Zealand quickly responded, with tries from Sevu Reece, Will Jordan, and Caleb Clarke. In the second half, prop Tamaiti Williams powered over the line before Clarke secured the win.

The All Blacks had already retained the Bledisloe Cup for the 22nd consecutive year after a 31-28 victory in Sydney the previous weekend. 

This win also moved them up to second in the championship standings. 

However, with two losses to South Africa and one to Argentina, New Zealand missed the chance to reclaim the Rugby Championship title in Scott Robertson's first tournament as head coach.