New Zealand thrashed Argentina 42-10 to avenge the defeat by the Pumas of their opening match of the 2024 Rugby Championship.
The All Blacks, beaten 38-30 by Argentina a week earlier, scored 5 first-half tries to take a 35-3 lead in Auckland.
Damian McKenzie ran on to a Jordie Barrett chip to the touch down earlier than additional tries from All Blacks captain Ardie Savea, Caleb Clarke, Will Jordan and Beauden Barrett earlier than the break.
New Zealand rapidly stretched their benefit early within the second half when Jordan added his second strive for his thirty third in 33 internationals, whereas McKenzie transformed every of his aspect’s tries.
“Very completely satisfied to get the win and reply the way in which we did,” stated Savea.
“We are the All Blacks, we have to convey that each week and never depend on a loss to get that response from us.”
Argentina scored a late comfort strive by way of Juan Cruz Mallia however the All Blacks prolonged their 30-year unbeaten run at Eden Park to 50 Exams.
“We weren’t ok this week, we have to be extra constant, week in, week out,” stated Argentina captain Julian Montoya.
“I am pleased with group that we went to search for the sport till the final minute. However towards this group, you’ll be able to’t give them one half.”