The All Blacks got their Nations Championship campaign off to a winning start after downing France at the One New Zealand Stadium in Christchurch on Saturday.
New Zealand won 34-32 after leading 19-13 at half-time.
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France were missing a number of players, including everyone from their top two clubs, champions Toulouse and Montpellier.
In next weekend’s Round 2 action, the All Blacks will take on Italy in Wellington, while France will face Australia in Brisbane.
Teams New Zealand
15 Damian McKenzie, 14 Will Jordan, 13 Quinn Tupaea, 12 Jordie Barrett, 11 Caleb Clarke, 10 Ruben Love, 9
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