Where Are They Now? The Last All Blacks Team to Lose at Eden Park

The last team to leave the stadium with a Test victory was France in 1994, when Les Bleus stunned the hosts 23-20 thanks to one of the most famous tries in rugby history.

Trailing 20-16 with just minutes remaining, Philippe Saint-André launched an audacious counterattack from deep inside his own half that culminated in Jean-Luc Sadourny scoring l'essai du bout du monde, or "the try from the end of the world", to seal a remarkable series victory.

More than 30 years later, the All Blacks head to Eden Park to face Ireland once again in this weekend's Nations Championship.

Here's a look at the New Zealand starting XV from that unforgettable afternoon in 1994, and where each player is now.

After finishing his playing career in 2000, John Timu stepped away from professional rugby and into the construction industry.

The former dual international, who represented both the All Blacks in rugby union and the Kiwis in rugby league before ending his career with the London Broncos, now runs a building company in Wanaka, Central Otago.

Rugby remains a big part of his life as he follows the progress of his son, Highlanders back Josh Timu.

Sir John Kirwan has forged an influential career beyond rugby since retiring from coaching in 2015.

The 1987 Rugby World Cup winner, who scored 35 tries in 63 Tests before later spending two seasons with the Auckland Warriors in rugby league, now lives in Auckland while also spending time at his Waihi Beach home.

He co-founded mental health platform Groov, is a leading advocate for mental wellbeing, regularly works as a rugby commentator, and was knighted in 2012 for his services.

Frank Bunce remains based in Pukekohe, where he lives with his wife and young daughter.

The former midfield star, who represented both Western Samoa and New Zealand during an outstanding international career that included the 1991 and 1995 Rugby World Cups, has largely stayed out of rugby's spotlight in recent years, although he appeared on the television reality series Celebrity Treasure Island.

Following his retirement, Matt Cooper transitioned into sports administration, becoming chief executive of Sport Waikato.

His contribution to sport was recognised in 2005 when he was appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit.

Cooper's All Blacks career included establishing himself as the team's first choice goal kicker before injuries interrupted his progress, although he returned to face France in both Tests during 1994.

Jonah Lomu's legacy continues to transcend rugby. Widely regarded as the sport's first global superstar, his remarkable combination of pace, power and athleticism transformed rugby union and inspired generations of players around the world.

Tragically, Lomu died unexpectedly in Auckland on 18 November 2015 following complications related to kidney disease. He remains celebrated as one of the greatest sporting icons New Zealand has ever produced.

Family has become Stephen Bachop's main focus in recent years.

In June 2024, the former All Blacks fly half suffered the devastating loss of his youngest son, Māori All Blacks and Highlanders player Connor Garden-Bachop, who died suddenly aged 25 from a heart-related condition.

Bachop has since devoted much of his time to supporting his eldest son, Jackson Garden-Bachop, as he continues the family's rugby tradition with Moana Pasifika.

Unlike many of his former teammates, Stu Forster has preferred a quiet life since retiring from rugby.

The former halfback, who represented Hawke's Bay, Otago and the Highlanders before earning six Test caps for the All Blacks, now lives in Wellington and has largely stayed away from public attention.

Richard Loe has remained closely connected to rugby through the media since calling time on his playing career. The former prop, who earned 49 Test caps between 1987 and 1995 and captained the All Blacks in three non Test matches, has established himself as a broadcaster and pundit, working across television and radio covering the game he once dominated.

Life after rugby has kept Sean Fitzpatrick firmly in the sporting world.

Now based in the United Kingdom, the legendary former All Blacks captain works as a rugby pundit, serves as chairman of the Laureus World Sports Academy, sits on the board at Harlequins and is also a sought after motivational speaker.

Fitzpatrick finished his illustrious career with 92 Test caps after leading New Zealand between 1992 and 1997.

Serious neck and back injuries brought Olo Brown's playing days to an early end, prompting a successful move into the business world. After qualifying as an accountant, the former All Blacks prop built a career in finance and private equity.

Most recently, he has been involved in investor relations with the Punakaiki Fund.

Ian Jones has enjoyed a successful broadcasting career since hanging up his boots. One of New Zealand's greatest locks now works as a rugby commentator for Sky Sport, having previously fronted the network's RugbyCentre programme.

His contribution to the game was recognised in 2010 when he was appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit.

Mark Cooksley has remained heavily involved in rugby at grassroots level while building a career in business.

The tallest All Black of his era now lives in Hamilton, where he works as General Manager for the Central North Island branch of Directionz Ltd and also coaches club rugby. Injuries limited his opportunities in the black jersey despite a career that stretched from 1992 to 2001.

Blair Larsen has swapped the rugby field for the corporate sector. Based in Auckland, the former All Blacks forward is the Group Sales and Brand Manager for The Drug Detection Agency.

During his playing days, Larsen represented North Harbour, Northland and the Chiefs while earning 17 Test caps for New Zealand.

Coaching took Mike Brewer around the world after his retirement, with roles in Italy, Ireland, Scotland, Fiji and England, including a stint as Sale Sharks head coach.

These days he is back in New Zealand, living primarily in Wellington, where he is involved in property investment and mentors young forwards through the International Rugby Academy of New Zealand.

Zinzan Brooke has spent many years living in the United Kingdom, where he has built a career outside the game.

The iconic All Blacks number eight now works as a motivational speaker, rugby pundit and performance coach through his own business, ZV8 Coaching.

One of the greatest forwards of his generation, Brooke finished his international career with a then world record 17 Test tries for a forward.