Argentina rugby was celebrating after securing their first ever win over three-time world champions the All Blacks in November, in a Rugby Championship match in Sydney. The 25-15 victory, masterminded by coach Mario Ledesma, was their first success in 33 attempts since 1976. Fly-half Nicolas Sanchez scored all their points with a try, six penalties and a conversion.
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