The game when 21-year-old Dan Carter emerged on the scene for New Zealand

26th July 2003 Tri Nations New Zealand recorded their highest points total against Australia as they crushed the world champions in Sydney. Australia, who were sliding to their second defeat of this year’s Tri-Nations, were completely outclassed. All Blacks winger Joe Rokocoko grabbed three of his side’s seven tries in a hugely impressive win at the Olympic Stadium. This game was an opportunity for a young Dan Carter to prove himself in the all Blacks jersey. He was just 21-years-old in this game.
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