Ireland v the All Blacks was a disappointing spectacle and ultimately a dismal result for Andy Farrell's men.
While there was much talk in both Ireland and New Zealand about the intensity of this rivalry in the build-up, Ireland never really turned up on Friday.
Meanwhile, New Zealand were efficient and capable. Coming just six days after a gutsy win over England in Twickenham, the All Blacks are building momentum for Scott Robertson on his first Northern Hemisphere tour.
The All Blacks have generated plenty of praise for their victory in the New Zealand media today, while there's been criticism of Ireland's 'rusty' performance, as well as the refereeing of the game.
Here's how the Kiwi media is reacting to the result.
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New Zealand Media reaction to Ireland v All Blacks
Gregor Paul, writing in the New Zealand Herald, wrote that it was a defining victory for Scott Robertson as he looks to put his stamp on this New Zealand team. While it might have been flashy, it was certainly effective.
This was a test won on the back of adhering to classic tenets that so much of international rugby is still determined, such as the efficacy of the set piece, the handling of the micro-moments, the quality and consistency of the defence and the astuteness of the game management.
Ireland’s only solid footing in the game came from their ability to slow New Zealand’s ruck ball.
Liam Napier in his match report for the NZ Herald wrote that Ireland's performance was 'underwhelming.'
Ireland, playing their first test since July, were rusty in an underwhelming performance.
Ireland have adopted the Zombie theme song ‘in your head’ but on this occasion they were their own worst enemies. The All Blacks, however, deserve credit for forcing those cracks.
Richard Knowler in Stuff highlighted the role New Zealand's vastly superior bench played in the final result, especially the contribution of scrum half Cam Roigard.
The arrival of the bench players, again, was crucial for the All Blacks and, talking of big moments, a turnover by No 8 Ardie Savea at a breakdown as Ireland mounted a desperate attack summed up their ability to turn up the heat in defence.
It was a grind, for sure, and Ireland would have been disappointed with their effort. They had their stars, halfback Jamison Gibson-Park was excellent, but the All Blacks kicking game was better as McKenzie kept the ball in front of his forwards.
Writing for Radio New Zealand, Jamie Wall praised the decision to let Rieko Ioane lead the haka, writing:
The All Blacks were willing to embrace the narrative Ioane had fanned the flames of, sending an important psychological message that they were alongside him.
He had the following damning assessment of Ireland's capitulation in the final few minutes.
By the end, Ireland had nothing, limply kicking the ball down field and not even jumping for their own lineout ball.
There was widespread criticism in New Zealand of the quality of the game, and questions about referee Nic Berry contributed to the spectacle.
The long delays to set up the scrums were a big talking point on Sky Sport NZ.
Commentator Grant Nisbett said: "Now, try and tell me guys, since the ball was knocked on, how long has gone? This is supposed to be 30 seconds. What's happened here?''
Jeff Wilson replied: "There's been a lot of time off, time on. Water people on. The intent was to have the game sped up. It certainly hasn't been that way tonight.''
