Damian McKenzie’s try six minutes from time helped preserve New Zealand’s unbeaten record against Scotland.
The All Blacks defeated the brave Scots 25-17 at Murrayfield on Saturday.
Scotland came from 17-0 down at half time to level the match at 17-17 and give themselves hope of a first win over New Zealand in 120 years of matches between the two countries.
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Listen to that roar!
Kyle Steyn grabs Scotland’s second and it’s GAME ON in Edinburgh
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But replacement back McKenzie’s try edged New Zealand ahead before his 79th-minute penalty put the result beyond doubt.
An absolutely outrageous finish from Damian McKenzie
Wow. pic.twitter.com/WxsWYHBiHt
— Rugby on TNT Sports (@rugbyontnt) November 8, 2025
The All Blacks have now won 31 of 33 clashes between the two teams, with the Scots’ best results two Murrayfield draws: 0-0 in 1964 and 25-25 in 1983.
– AFP
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Damian McKenzie’s try six minutes from time helped preserve New Zealand’s unbeaten record against Scotland.
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