The All Blacks proved too strong in the second half, as they defeated the Welsh 29-9 at the Millennium Stadium on Sunday. It's the fifth game of the end of year tour that the All Blacks have gone without having any points scored against them in the second fourty, which is an outstanding effort when you consider the caliber of teams they've faced.

Wales came out strong, much the same as Ireland did, but just couldn't match the All Black's intensity in the second half. They looked to attack early on, and led 9-6 at half time through the boot of Stephen Jones, but once the second half began they looked out of their depth. Their scrum was terrible throughout the game, as Tony Woodcock dominated Adam Jones up front, and without quality ball in the second fourty they never got a chance to get their wingers involved - although when they did they got shut down by the All Black's impressive defence.

The All Blacks completely dominated the second half, and played the game at a high tempo, which ground down the Welsh defence. Ma'a Nonu scored the first try in the second half after a good team drive forward, and some good attacking footy from the backs. Jerome Kaino scored right on full time, after being denied earlier in the game, pushing the All Blacks out to a twenty point win.

The All Blacks have been very good at nullifying the passion these teams bring in the first half, and then shutting them down completely late in the game. It would be good to see them score a few more points in the first half of their games, but it does illustrate the level of intensity that's brought to these Tests early on.

England will be the last stop on their Grand Slam Tour, and the way England has been playing it should be a walk in the park for the All Blacks - although England always save their best for these end of year tour clashes.

The All Blacks will be looking to stamp their authority on this game, and finish the year on a high. And, with rumours spreading that Wayne Smith will be leaving to coach the Welsh club, Ospreys, a solid win will be a good send off for him.

This will be the last game of rugby for the year - here's hoping it's an exciting end to whats been an outstanding year of rugby action.