Despite a promising start, Australia's early momentum evaporated as unforced errors allowed New Zealand to capitalize, ultimately leading to a crushing 33-13 defeat in Wellington.
The Wallabies initially dominated with intensity and aggression, even scoring first, but could not sustain that pressure, highlighting the need for better consistency and composure under fire.
Joe Schmidt's tenure as Australia's coach has shown some improvements, yet the performance against New Zealand reveals significant gaps that need addressing ahead of the challenging European tour.
Hunter Paisami's mistakes directly contributed to the team’s downfall; his crucial errors during pivotal moments exemplified the broader issues of discipline and decision-making faced by the Wallabies.
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