Wales losing run continues with narrow defeat to Australia 

Joe Schmidt saw his side clinch a big win in Sydney.

Players react following the first rugby international between Australia and Wales in Sydney. Pic: AP Photo/Rick Rycroft

Wales' long run of defeats continued despite a battling performance in Sydney as they were beaten 25-16 by Australia.

It was their 12th successive loss to the Wallabies in Australia, and eighth on the bounce against all opponents.