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Sir Ian McGeechan and Sean Fitzpatrick discuss the impact of Kieran Read

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen praised captain Kieran Read's outstanding performance which guided his side to victory.

Playing his first match in almost eight weeks due to injury, the 31-year-old was superb in all aspects of a highly competitive game, taking the ball into contact, making tackles and leading his side around the field.

"The bloke to my left here was outstanding," Hansen told reporters as he nodded towards Read at the press conference.

"To be the All Blacks captain you have to have a lot of character and courage and be a fierce warrior. Richie (McCaw) showed that over a number of years, previous captains have done that and now it's Reado's turn.

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"There was no hesitation to ask him to step up and play because that's what All Blacks' captains do."

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