France edge All Blacks 30-29 in Paris thriller

The 27 turnovers in Saturday night's clash at Stade de France were testament to the ferocious defence on both sides.

New Zealand shot out to 14-3 and 17-10 by halftime. 

But France flipped the momentum in the second half with converted tries by flanker Paul Boudehent and wing Louis Bielle-Biarrey, which was the turning point. They sent France ahead 24-17. 

France's Thomas Ramos and New Zealand replacement Damian McKenzie then traded penalties to the end with the All Blacks always chasing, and within one point with five minutes to go.

Both teams were faultless off the tee to add to the tension.