Three All Blacks who flopped against Wallabies - and who should replace them

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The result leaves The Rugby Championship wide open, especially after Australia was denied a bonus point. However, the All Blacks' redemptive performance, following their record loss to South Africa, was more notable for their determination than their accuracy.

The win also equalled the All Blacks' run of 10 consecutive wins, achieved between 2008 and 2010, and it left Australia without a win against the All Blacks in New Zealand since a match played in Dunedin in 2001.

In scoring two tries and controlling play so expertly, halfback Cam Roigard reinforced why he is so vital to the side.

Summary: A frustrating afternoon for Proctor, whose discipline cost the All Blacks early momentum. Despite the forwards dominating early, his inability to maintain control under pressure meant penalties and missed opportunities. His defensive lapses and inconsistency around breakdowns left him vulnerable for a starting spot.

Rugby Pass 4/10: "A game that just didn’t go his way. Conceded three penalties in the first half. Was done a third time out wide on an attacking ruck on launch play out to Clarke. Unfortunately, two of these penalties led to Wallaby tries."

The Post 5/10: "Gave away a cheap early penalty for a tackle off the ball on Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii and missed an important cleanout late in the first half. Starting place will now be under threat."

Planet Rugby 5/10: "This was a game where he could have shone, particularly given the forward dominance the All Blacks had in the first half, but he once again failed to set it alight."

Replacement: Quinn Tupaea - Made a big difference off the bench. Charging runs and beating defenders. His clever run created the fourth, and game winning try. A performance worthy of starting at 13 next time.

Summary: Barrett’s afternoon was cut short by injury, leaving the side without one of its most experienced playmakers. While his early control was sound, missed conversions and limited time on the park kept him from influencing the match. His injury opens the door for McKenzie to stake a claim for the starting role.

The Post 5/10: " Replaced after 26 minutes. His contestable kicks had been good as the All Blacks took an early stranglehold, although he missed two early conversions."

Replacement: Damien McKenzie - Came on earlier than expected to replace the injured Barrett. Slotted his kicks which helped his side regain their dominance. Likely to start next time out.

Summary: Vaa’i’s physical presence was neutralised by Salakaia-Loto, limiting his impact with ball in hand. While defensively solid and effective at the breakdown, he lacked influence in attack and failed to dominate the way the All Blacks need from their lock pairing. His performance will need improvement to keep his starting place.

The Post 5/10: "Neither of the All Blacks starting locks could match the physical presence of the Wallabies’ Lukhan Salakaia-Loto with ball in hand. Vaa’i made only two metres on the carry, although he won two breakdown turnovers. Replaced by Patrick Tuipulotu after 51 minutes."

RUCK 5.5/10: "Solid in set-piece and defence but offered little impact around the park."

Rugby Pass 6/10: "A mixed night for Vaa’i but he did pull off two important players. He had a big ruck steal on halfway with the Wallabies making a half break up the middle in the first half. Gave one back cleaning from the side on Taniela Tupou. Early in the second half he won another ruck penalty with the Wallabies launching inside New Zealand’s 22. Forced a flat pass called forward shortly after. Off at 51."

Replacement: Should probably keep his place but needs to perform better.