# All Blacks sweep Bledisloe Cup series against Wallabies

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/wallabies-bledisloe-cup-preparation
> Updated: 2026-10-19T17:58:37.000Z. Sources: 41. Developments: 7.

Following a 50-19 victory over the Wallabies at Eden Park, the All Blacks secured the Bledisloe Cup for the 24th consecutive year. While New Zealand sought a series whitewash, the second Test at Stadium Australia in Sydney resulted in a 43-21 victory for the All Blacks.

In the Sydney match, 35-year-old veteran Beauden Barrett delivered a standout performance, scoring two tries, including a 60-meter sprint following a recovery. This performance follows a period of scrutiny and limited playing time for Barrett, who had previously been omitted from Nations Championship squads. His return to the starting lineup, necessitated by injuries to other key players, was lauded by former All Blacks Justin Marshall and Mils Muliaina. Muliaina noted that Barrett’s experience provides “invaluable depth” to the squad.

Across the two-match series, the All Blacks maintained a combined aggregate margin of 53 points. Despite the results, Wallabies coach Les Kiss stated he retains “a lot of faith” in his playing group as the team looks to rebuild momentum ahead of the Nations Championship in Europe and next year’s Rugby World Cup. Both squads faced significant roster challenges; the All Blacks utilized the Barrett brothers—Beauden, Jordie, and Scott—while the Wallabies managed injuries to Carter Gordon, Ben Donaldson, and Len Ikitau, leading to tactical shifts such as rookie Declan Meredith starting at fly-half.

## Claims

- The All Blacks defeated Australia 50-19 at Eden Park. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The All Blacks defeated Australia 50-19 in the Bledisloe Cup match. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- New Zealand retained the Bledisloe Cup. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Damian McKenzie scored 15 points via kicking. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- New Zealand holds a world record of 54 consecutive unbeaten matches at Eden Park. (single source)
- Damian McKenzie scored 15 points via six conversions and one penalty. (single source)
- New Zealand has held the Bledisloe Cup trophy for 22 years. (single source)
- The next match in the series will take place at Accor Stadium in Sydney. (single source)
- The All Blacks extended their unbeaten streak at Eden Park to 54 matches. (single source)
- Australia scored first-half tries through Tom Wright and Harry Wilson. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-19: Beauden Barrett shines in All Blacks victory over Wallabies

Beauden Barrett scored two tries to lead the All Blacks to a 43-21 win over the Wallabies, silencing critics with a dominant performance in Sydney.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/beauden-barrett-shines-in-all-blacks-victory-over-wallabies

### 2026-10-12: All Blacks secure Bledisloe Cup with 50-19 victory over Wallabies

The All Blacks defended the Bledisloe Cup with a 50-19 win over the Wallabies at Eden Park, seeking to maintain momentum as they head to Sydney for the next Test match.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/all-blacks-aim-for-bledisloe-cup-whitewash-in-australia

### 2026-10-12: All Blacks defeat Wallabies 50-19 to retain Bledisloe Cup

The All Blacks defeated the Wallabies 50-19 at Eden Park, extending their winning streak against Australia and retaining the Bledisloe Cup.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/all-blacks-defeat-wallabies-50-19-to-retain-bledisloe-cup-2

### 2026-10-10: All Blacks defeat Wallabies 50-19 to retain Bledisloe Cup

The All Blacks retained the Bledisloe Cup with a 50-19 win over Australia at Eden Park, extending their home unbeaten streak to 54 matches despite significant injuries to both squads.

34 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/all-blacks-defeat-wallabies-50-19-to-retain-bledisloe-cup-1

### 2026-10-08: All Blacks defeat Wallabies 50-19 in Bledisloe Cup opener

The All Blacks defeated the Wallabies 50-19 at Eden Park to retain the Bledisloe Cup, extending their Auckland unbeaten streak to 54 matches. The series moves to Sydney next week.

17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wallabies-announce-squad-for-bledisloe-cup-opener-against-all-blacks

### 2026-10-06: All Blacks and Wallabies prepare for Bledisloe Cup opener at Eden Park

The All Blacks and Wallabies face off in the Bledisloe Cup opener at Eden Park, with New Zealand managing heavy injuries and Australia seeking to end a 40-year winning drought at the venue.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wallabies-aim-to-break-eden-park-hoodoo-against-all-blacks

### 2026-10-04: Wallabies consider resting Len Ikitau for Bledisloe opener

The Wallabies are considering resting injured player Len Ikitau for the Bledisloe Cup opener at Eden Park to prioritize his availability for the upcoming Sydney test.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wallabies-consider-resting-len-ikitau-for-bledisloe-opener

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