Video: New Zealand 37 –France 17 (Rugby World Cup 2011 Highlights)

Three tries in the first 20 minutes of the match opened 2011 Rugby World Cup hosts New Zealand’s scoring in a 37-17 win over France at Eden Park on Saturday. The win seals a spot in the quarter finals for the All Blacks while France remain in contention for advancement with one Pool A game remaining.

A try apiece from Adam Thomson, Cory Jane, Sonny Bill Williams and two from fullback Israel Dagg along with 12 points from the boot of Dan Carter saw the All Blacks avenge their early World Cup exits at the hands of the French in 1999 and 2007.