"Jordie Barrett was pivotal in the effort with the outrageous back denying Les Bleus a try with a stunning try-saving tackle.

Replacement hooker Brodie McAlister scored a late try in a memorable test debut for New Zealand to seal a 29-19 win over France in Hamilton and complete a 3-0 series sweep on Saturday.

In a gripping showdown, the All Blacks overcame a determined French side, pulling away late to secure a 29-19 victory and complete a clean sweep of the series.

All Blacks: 1. Ethan de Groot, 2. Samisoni Taukei'aho, 3. Tyrel Lomax, 4. Patrick Tuipulotu (vc), 5. Fabian Holland, 6. Samipeni Finau, 7. Ardie Savea (c), 8. Luke Jacobson, 9. Cortez Ratima, 10.

Replacement hooker Brodie McAlister scored a late try in a memorable test debut for New Zealand to seal a 29-19 win over France in Hamilton and complete a 3-0 series sweep.

All you need to know as Scott Robertson’s side look to complete the sweep against France. A 3-0 series win would be the fifth ...