Barbarians tackle NZ All Blacks
In one of the most thrilling matches ever played on British soil, the Barbarians beat New Zealand at Cardiff Arms Park. Teh gane started at a frenetic pace with the length of the field try by Welsh Barbarian legendary halfback Gareth Edwards. Playing an all-action brand of Rugby the Barbarians led 17-0 at halftime. The All Blacks clawed their way back to 17-11 before a try by JPR Williams to seal the win five minutes from fulltime.
On this day in sport: 27 January 1973