Wales beat the All Blacks for first time since 1953

Wales have beaten New Zealand in a men's rugby union match for the first time in 73 years.

The Welsh side beat the All Blacks 35-28 to end a run of 34 successive losses since their 13-8 win in Cardiff on 19 December 1953.

Tries from Tomos Williams, Dewi Lake, Archie Griffin, Eddie James and Louis Rees-Zammit helped them to victory in the epic Nations Championship clash at Cardiff's Principality Stadium.

It is the first time in history Wales have scored five tries against New Zealand, but it was ultimately heroic defensive work that denied the visitors.

There were incredible scenes of celebration in the crowd of just over 55,000 people and on the field, with players in tears.

Speaking on ITV, Wales back row James Botham said: "I can't even describe the emotions. 1953 was the last time we beat the All Blacks.

"It's come from belief. The crowd was behind us - I just want to thank the energy and the noise behind us - you were unbelievable.

"It shows how tight we are as a group. It would be rude not to have a celebration tonight!"

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