Inside the All Blacks’ 50-Game Eden Park Unbeaten Streak

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Since 1994, Eden Park has been the stage for one of rugby’s greatest streaks of dominance.

The All Blacks have gone 50 consecutive games unbeaten at their Auckland stronghold, turning it into the sport’s most feared venue.

It all began with an 18-18 draw against South Africa 31 years ago, and since then, the fortress has seen unforgettable moments — from Rugby World Cup glory in 2011, to iconic British & Irish Lions clashes in 2005 and 2017, countless Bledisloe Cup triumphs, and a catalogue of classic Test match performances.

Now, that remarkable streak will be put on the line as the All Blacks prepare to face the reigning world champion Springboks in a Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship Test at Eden Park. With history and pride at stake, the question looms: can South Africa finally crack the code in Auckland?

Watch the video below for a look back at the legendary moments that built Eden Park into rugby’s most impenetrable fortress.

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