Overview

• New Zealand overturned a 19-10 half-time deficit in Hamilton to secure a 29-19 victory and a clean series sweep.
• Ten starting changes by coach Scott Robertson underscored the All Blacks’ squad depth and resilience.
• Centre Anton Lienert-Brown’s try shortly after the break narrowed the margin to two points and shifted momentum.
• Replacement hooker Brodie McAlister sealed the comeback with a decisive 76th-minute try on his Test debut.
• France’s touring squad, deprived of its first-choice stars by Fabien Galthie’s selections, staged a strong first half but faded after the break.