New Zealand rout Lanka - 59/0

Defending champions New Zealand also made light of “atrocious” conditions in their 59-0 workout against minnows Sri Lanka.

Lote Raikabula starred with three tries and Wellington Hurricanes flier Victor Vito got two as New Zealand go in search of their first title this season. “It’s quite atrocious out there. It’s really slippery,” said coach Gordon Tietjens.

“Your concentration level’s got to be right up there.” HONG KONG, AFP