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It was perhaps the result that nobody expected, but it was always a possibility once New Zealand had wasted a number of try-scoring chances and the Lions kept themselves within touching distance. Those players who have been on two tours should be very, very proud of their achievements.”

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Asked to explain the clown nose, Gatland added: “It was my idea. The All Blacks had raced into a 12-6 lead at the interval thanks to tries from Ngani Laumape and Jordie Barrett but they were repeatedly pegged back by the Lions thanks to the kicking of Owen Farrell and Elliot Daly.
The test series between New Zealand and the British and Irish Lions concludes in a 1–1 draw after the third test match in Eden Park finishes 15–15.