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England's superb fightback ended in defeat as their bid to repeat last year's stirring win over the All Blacks came up short in the face of the all-round class of the world champions.
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http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/rugby-union/24949390
I'll settle for that, especially given the injuries and lack of experience - c. 300 caps (Eng.) v c. 800 caps (NZ) IIRC.
From what I've heard, after a dire first 20 mins or so England clawed the game back but just couldn't hold onto the lead. Finishing was the difference - NZ really make the most of their chances and if we're going to beat their likes more often we need to do the same and be much more clinical.