Replacement hooker Brodie McAlister scored a 76th-minute try on test debut to seal New Zealand’s 29-19 win over France, ...

OPINION: The All Blacks secured a series sweep, but the performance lacked polish.

The All Blacks will be feeling satisfied following a scrappy 29-19 win over France to close out a three-test whitewash.

South Africa are World Rugby Under 20 Champions for the second time, overcoming New Zealand 23-15 at Stadio Mario Battaglini in Rovigo.

The All Blacks were helped by some valuable impact off the bench Jordie Barrett, who broke through the France defensive line after a huge fend on the covering defender.