All Blacks coach defends mismatch after putting 102 points on Tonga

Wing Will Jordan scored five tries as New Zealand launched their international season by crushing a young side Tonga 102-0 in Auckland.
All Blacks coach defends mismatch after putting 102 points on Tonga

Richie Mounga of New Zealand beats the tackle from Penikolo Latu of Tonga to score a try during the rugby test match between the New Zealand All Blacks and Tonga at Mt Smart Stadium in Auckland on July 3, 2021. (Photo by MICHAEL BRADLEY / AFP) (Photo by MICHAEL BRADLEY/AFP via Getty Images)

Wing Will Jordan scored five tries as New Zealand launched their international season by crushing a young side Tonga 102-0 in Auckland.

The All Blacks were in a rampant mood at Mount Smart Stadium, posting 16 touchdowns.

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