Scotland fightback not enough as New Zealand run out winners at Murrayfield

Scotland’s search for a first-ever win over New Zealand continues after their spirited second-half fightback ultimately proved fruitless in a 25-17 defeat at Murrayfield.

Gregor Townsend’s side went in 17-0 down at the break despite being twice held up over the line.

The Scots roared back to make it 17-17 by the hour mark after tries from Ewan Ashman and Kyle Steyn, and they looked the likelier winners as the match moved into the fourth quarter.

But the All Blacks – who had three players yellow-carded – regained their composure in the closing stages, with a try and a long-range penalty from substitute Damian McKenzie taking the game away from the hosts, who have now failed to win this fixture in 33 attempts over 120 years.

Full time at Scottish Gas Murrayfield