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Player ratings: The best of the All Blacks in record win over Wales

Christopher Reive
By Christopher Reive
Senior Sports Journalist·NZ Herald·
30 Oct, 2021 06:18 PM3 mins to read

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TJ Perenara of New Zealand reacts during the Autumn International match between Wales and New Zealand at Principality Stadium. Photo / Getty Images.

TJ Perenara of New Zealand reacts during the Autumn International match between Wales and New Zealand at Principality Stadium. Photo / Getty Images.

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How the players rated in the All Blacks' win over Wales in Cardiff.

Jordie Barrett - 7

Made a number of smart plays to set up some second-half tries and was dependable under the high ball.

Will Jordan - 7

Showed once again that he is a problem for defences with even an inch of room. Broke the line and scored a lovely solo try.

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Anton Lienert-Brown - 8

While a limited attacking impact, he led the way with his defence - making big tackles and getting to the breakdown.

The All Blacks beat Wales in Cardiff. Photo / Photosport
The All Blacks beat Wales in Cardiff. Photo / Photosport

David Havili - 7

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Showed strength in the middle of the park in his tackling, ran with intent and provided a solid kicking option when needed.

Rieko Ioane - 7

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Made his involvements count as he beat defenders, broke the line and was often on the spot in support on attack.

Beauden Barrett - 7

Scored a couple of tries and ran the attack nicely, though his kicking in open play left something to be desired at times.

TJ Perenara delivered good service from the ruck. Photo / Photosport
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TJ Perenara - 6

Provided good service from the ruck and put his kicking game to good use to put pressure on the opposition in the air.

Ardie Savea - 8

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Immense with ball in hand and attracted plenty of attention from the defence. His work in the contact areas was strong too.

Dalton Papalii - 8

Impressed at the breakdown, made plenty of tackles and showed his strength will ball in hand to get over the line.

Ethan Blackadder - 7

Active as ever in the contact areas, hunting for work on the defensive end and testing Wales at the breakdown.

Samuel Whitelock - 7

Cool in the heat of battle, he displayed good captaincy which performing at a high level in all areas of the game.

Samuel Whitelock takes a carry against Wales. Photo / Photosport
Samuel Whitelock takes a carry against Wales. Photo / Photosport

Brodie Retallick - 6

Worked tirelessly throughout his shift, taking some strong carries and making his mark on the defensive end.

Nepo Laulala - 5

Good at the set piece but had a couple of forgettable moments in open play including a stint in the sin-bin.

Codie Taylor - 7

Delivered quality ball at the lineout, was strong at scrum time and made plenty of tackles to make his presence felt.

New Zealand perform the hakka during the Autumn International match between Wales and New Zealand at Principality Stadium. Photo / Getty Images.
New Zealand perform the hakka during the Autumn International match between Wales and New Zealand at Principality Stadium. Photo / Getty Images.

Joe Moody - 6

Tested the opposition front row at the scrum and got stuck into the contact areas, doing some strong clean-out work.

Reserves:
Samisoni Taukei'aho - 7
Karl Tu'inukuafe - 5
Tyrel Lomax - 6
Tupou Vaa'i - 7
Akira Ioane - 5
Brad Weber - 7
Richie Mo'unga - 6
Sevu Reece - 7

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