Barrett says All Blacks hit a "brick wall" as Wales claim historic win

New Zealand captain Beauden Barrett said the All Blacks felt like they were running into a red brick wall when Wales secured a 35-28 victory at the Principality Stadium, ending a 34-game unbeaten streak against the Southern Hemisphere side. Wales recorded five tries – a national record against New Zealand – and made 346 tackles, with lock Dafydd Jenkins leading the tally with 38. Their defensive effort held the All Blacks to three line-breaks in the second half, preserving a seven-point lead.

"It felt like a brick wall at times, so you have to give them credit," Barrett said, noting the atmosphere in the stadium.

Wales coach Steve Tandy praised the collective defensive work that helped the historic win. New Zealand coach Dave Rennie, who became the first All Blacks coach to lose to Wales in 73 years, acknowledged his side were out-passioned but stood by his selections.

"We had a good enough side on the field to win, and if you look at the stats, we had plenty of opportunities and the guys created a lot of chances," Rennie said. "We just weren't clinical enough, and they were very good defensively. I have no regret around the side that we picked."

The All Blacks made eight changes to their starting lineup from the previous match against Scotland ahead of the final Nations Championship group game in England.