Improved New Zealand thrash Sharks – but Damian McKenzie injury cause for concern ahead of Springboks Tests

New Zealand thrashed the Sharks 54-0 in Durban, running in eight tries while keeping their hosts scoreless. The dominant performance was overshadowed by concern over fly-half Damian McKenzie, who was forced off the field with an ankle injury during the match. The injury raises doubts over McKenzie's availability for the upcoming Test series against the Springboks.